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Travel the world with Henry C. Pearson and experience the vibrant cultures and lush landscapes of the tropics. Pearson's first-hand accounts of his adventures in Ceylon, Mexico, and other tropical locales are sure to fascinate and inspire readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Written in the early 20th century, A Social Departure is the memoir of two well-to-do American women who embark on a round-the-world journey, experiencing new cultures and making new friends along the way. The book offers readers a glimpse into the fascinating world of travel during a time when it was still considered a luxury for the few. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Captain C.G. Rawling vividly captures the world of the New Guinea Pygmies in this fascinating account of his travels and experiences. Rawling describes the cultural customs, modes of living, and everyday life of the Pygmies in great detail. This book is a valuable read for those interested in anthropology, indigenous cultures, and travel writing.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book is a collection of essays that offer vivid descriptions of life in Africa during a period of rapid change. Letcher writes poignantly about the people, animals, and landscapes he encountered, and reflects on the tensions between colonialism and indigenous culture. This book offers a unique window into a fascinating period of African history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In 1908, Belgian explorer Jacques Lesdain embarked on an epic journey through some of the most challenging and remote regions of Asia. In this compelling travelogue, he details his experiences traveling from Pekin (Beijing) to Sikkim, including his encounters with the local people, his observations of the landscape and environment, and his insights into the complex history and culture of the region. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Asia or the challenges of exploring remote and hostile environments.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Louis XV venait d'atteindre sa quinzième année, et la cour attentive étudiait avec anxiété le caractère du jeune roi, afin de modeler sa conduite sur celle du maître, d'adopter ses goûts, et d'aller audevant de ses moindres désirs. Mais nul symptôme encore n'éclairait les courtisans attentifs. L'ennui seul se lisait sur les traits du royal adolescent. Il était timide, gauche, irrésolu, dévot. Ainsi l'avait façonné pour son ambition le cardinal Fleury, ce précepteur ministre d'État, qui, sous une doucereuse modestie, dissimula toujours ses rêves de grandeur.Rien encore ne faisait présager ce que devait être un jour Louis XV, ce sultan blasé du ParcauxCerfs, inamusable amant de madame du Barry. Les vétérans du PalaisRoyal, ces parangons effrontés de la débauche, avaient presque envie de crier au scandale. Vainement les grandes dames cherchaient le c¿ur du jeune monarque; il baissait les yeux, et rougissait sous la hardiesse provocante de ces regards. Oui, il rougissait, ce jeune prince bercé aux chants de cette orgie universelle qui s'appelle la Régence. Et c'est une justice à rendre au duc d'Orléans, à cette époque où toutes les ambitions spéculaient sur les vices, s'il fut athée, blasphémateur, dissolu, il préserva de tout contact impur le royal enfant que la Providence avait commis à sa garde, et dont il devait compte à la France.Et les grandes dames trouvaient désespérante cette timidité de Louis XV. Il était parfaitement beau à cette époque, et toutes les femmes convoitaient sa possession. «Les dames étaient prêtes, dit de Villars dans ses Mémoires, mais le roi ne l'était pas.» Les courtisans malins allaient répétant que Louis XV attendait les seize ans de l'infante d'Espagne qu'on lui destinait pour épouse, et qui n'avait encore que sept ans. «C'est encore neuf ans de sagesse,» disaientils.

"Les Dernières Années du Marquis et de la Marquise de Bombelles" est un ouvrage écrit par l'écrivain français Maurice Fleury. Le livre explore la vie du marquis et de la marquise de Bombelles, un couple aristocratique français du XVIIIe siècle.Le marquis de Bombelles, François-Claude Amour, a été un diplomate et un homme politique de l'Ancien Régime français. Il a également été ambassadeur de France en Autriche à l'époque de Marie-Antoinette. La marquise de Bombelles, Amélie de Boufflers, était une amie proche de la reine Marie-Antoinette.L'ouvrage de Maurice Fleury se concentre sur les dernières années de la vie du couple Bombelles et offre un aperçu de la vie aristocratique à la veille de la Révolution française. Il explore les bouleversements politiques et sociaux de l'époque, ainsi que les défis auxquels le couple Bombelles a dû faire face.Ce livre offre une perspective historique sur la fin de l'Ancien Régime français et l'avènement de la Révolution. Il met en lumière les vies de deux individus qui ont été témoins de cette période tumultueuse de l'histoire française.Si vous êtes intéressé par l'histoire de la noblesse française à la fin du XVIIIe siècle et les événements qui ont conduit à la Révolution, "Les Dernières Années du Marquis et de la Marquise de Bombelles" de Maurice Fleury pourrait vous offrir des informations précieuses sur cette époque.