9789376616268 (1 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Language: English. The Title 'From New York to Delhi: By Way of Rio de Janeiro, Australia and China [HardCover] written/authored/edited by Robert B. Minturn', published in the year 2026. The ISBN 9789376616268 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 482 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Travel. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: About The Book: From New York to Delhi is a 19th?century travel narrative by American voyager and merchant Robert B. Minturn Jr., recounting his global journey via Rio de Janeiro, Australia, China, and India. Minturn offers vivid descriptions of landscapes, cultures, and colonial societies encountered en route, including detailed observations of Indian cities like Delhi and Agra just before the 1857 Indian Rebellion. The book blends travel impressions with historical and cultural insights from his extensive voyage. About The Author: Robert Bowne Minturn (18361889) was an American businessman, shipping magnate, and travel writer. He joined his family's shipping firm, gaining experience in global trade and commerce. Minturn authored New York to Delhi, documenting his travels with vivid cultural and social observations. He also contributed to railroad development, helping expand trade networks and establish new towns. His writings and business ventures reflect 19th?century American entrepreneurship, curiosity about the wider world, and a keen eye for cultural, economic, and logistical details. 482.