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1932 Great Travel Stories of all NationsLondon: 1932A first edition of this fascinating collection of travel stories from different authors around the world, in a smart, full calf prize binding. -
1900-02 The Traveller For Whom the World is a PlaygroundLondon: 1900-02A very scarce illustrated travel magazine from the beginning of the twentieth century, a total of seventy-eight issues exploring the globe. -
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1824 Narrative of a Pedestrian Journey through Russian and Siberia TartaryLondon: 1824A signed presentation copy of the first edition of John Cochrane's scarce account of his Russian and Siberian travels, inscribed by the author to his sister, Lady Napier. -
1935 International Exhibition of Chinese Art Catalogue, Royal Academy of Arts London 1935-1936London: 1935A first edition of this catalogue to exhibited pieces of artwork from Chinese artists at the Royal Academy of Arts, London. -
1899 The Yangtze Valley and BeyondLondon: 1899The first edition of Isabella Bird's account of her travels up the Yangtze river, illustrated throughout with photographic images. -
1906 Géographie Pittoresque et Monumentale de la France et de Ses ColoniesParis: 1906An uncommon volume on the geography of the French colonies. With over five hundred illustrations, some of which are in colour. -
1902 World PicturesLondon: 1902Mortimer and Dorothy Menpes' beautiful travelogue of the world, the first edition. -
1940 A Cavalier in ChinaLondon: 1940The uncommon first edition of this autobiographical account of a journey through the interior of China, in the very scarce dust wrapper. -
1924 In the Footsteps of Livingstone: Being the Diaries and Travel Notes Made by Alfred DolmanLondon: 1924A charmingly illustrated first edition of this exciting travel diary from Alfred Dolman. -
1943 Der Holzschneider und Bilddrucker Hu Cheng-yenBasel: 1943A German exposition on the beautiful art of Hu Zhengyan, complete with sixteen lovely colourful plates for which Hu is most famous. -
1963 Manchoukuo, Jewel of AsiaLondon: 1963The first edition of D. M. B. Collier and C. l'Eestrange Malone's study of the history of Manchuokuo, or, the State of Manchuria, in the early twenty first century. -
c1914 Etoffes de la Chine: Tissus & BroderiesParis: c1914A striking portfolio on the beautiful patterns and designs of fabrics made in China, illustrated with vivid plates. -
c1927 Decoration TibetaineParis: c1927Illustrated with a number of plates, six of which are in colour, this is a bright early twentieth century study of Tibetan artworks. -
1928 Cent Planches en Couleurs d'Art ChinoisParis: 1928A nice first edition copy of this beautiful work on Chinese art throughout history, complete with one-hundred striking colour plates. -
1894 Society in ChinaLondon: 1894An interesting first edition study on the society and culture of China in the nineteenth century, an insightful work by Robert Douglas. -
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1889 The New Far West and the Old Far EastLondon: 1889The author's presentation copy of his travel account of North America and Asia, lovingly inscribed to his cousin. -
1899 The Break-Up of ChinaLondon: 1899A lovely first edition copy of the study of China by Lord Charles Beresford, illustrated with a large colour folding map. -
1838 China: Its State and ProspectsLondon: 1838The first printing of this fascinating exploration of China and its future developments, complete with illustrations including a hand coloured frontispiece. -
1929 China A New AspectLondon: 1929A scarce first edition work on the growing development of China in the interwar era. -
1928 Shanghai of To-day a Souvenir Album of Fifty Vandyck Prints of "The Model Settlement"Shanghai; Hong Kong; Singapore: 1928The second and preferred edition of this beautiful travel work on Shanghai, containing fifty striking photographs showcasing the lovely architecture of the city. -
1914 Annals & Memoirs of the Court of Peking (From the 16th to the 20th Century)London: 1914The second impression of this impressive history of the Chinese Royal Family, a fascinating volume complete with illustrations. -
1898-1900 China in Transformation The "Overland" to ChinaLondon: 1898-1900The second edition of two of Archibald Colquhoun's popular and vivid travel works about China, lavishly illustrated including with folding maps. -
1875 La ChineParis: 1875A French translation of Laurence Oliphant's travel account of his time spent in China with Lord Elgin. -
1936 The Quest For CathayLondon: 1936A lovely first edition work discussing Middle Aged European exploration of China, an illustrated work complete with a colour frontispiece and folding maps. -
1988 2 Vols Huc and Gabet: Travels in Tartary Thibet and China 1844-1846New Delhi: 1988Two smart re-print volumes that depict Huc and Gabet's travels in Tartary, Thibet and China. -
1937 China and the World WarCalifornia, London, Oxford: 1937An exceptional first edition of La Fargue's examination into China's part played during the First World War. -
1902 World PicturesLondon: 1902A delightful collection of the artwork of Mortimer Menpes depicting stunning locations all across the globe. -
1914 Beside the BambooLondon: 1914A lovely first edition copy of this ethnographical study of Chinese culture. -
1989 Chinese ArchitectureLondon: 1989A near fine wonderful first edition work on the beautiful architecture in China, a fantastic volume illustrated in colour throughout. -
1838 Assorted Travelogues in One VolumeEdinburgh: 1838-1840Five volumes bound in one containing travelogues by J L Stephens and Howard Malcom, as well as an autobiographical work by Mungo Park. Exploring Asia, as well as some parts of Egypt and Europe. -
1999 The Voices of Macao StonesHong Kong : 1999An excellent edition of this fascinating volume on the history of the region of Macau in the People's republic of China, thoroughly illustrated. -
1986 The Fracture of Meaning: Japan's Synthesis of China from the Eighth through the Eighteenth CenturiesNew Jersey: 1986A fascinating exploration into Japan's synthesis of China, in a scarce and well-preserved dust wrapper. -
1956 Red Lacquer DaysLondon: 1956A stunning limited edition of this illustrated journal depicting a trip to Peking. -
1936 Chinese Jade Throughout the Ages a Review of its Characteristics Decoration FolkloreLondon: 1936The first edition of this beautiful study of the history of Chinese Jade, illustrated with bright colour plates throughout. -
1956 Sowerby of China: Arthur de Carle SowerbyKendal: 1956A biography of Arthur de Carle Sowerby, a British naturalist and explorer raised in China. -
1956 Sowerby of China: Arthur de Carle SowerbyKendal: 1956A first edition biography of this British explorer raised in China, in an unclipped dust wrapper.