Mandalay to Momien A narrative of the two Expeditions to Western China of 1868 and 1875 under Colonel E.B. Sladen and Colonel H. Browne.
Thailand. White Lotus. 2009. Maps, black and white photographic illustrations, xxii + 479 pages, index, appendices, paperback. Provides a fascinating eye witness summary of two expeditions made in pursuit of what can only be described as a misconceived dream. The idea of a 'back door' to China, which excited British..... More