History of travel writing in China from earliest times to the Ming; outline of Xu Xiake's life; background to the history of the publication of Xu Xiake's diaries and examination of Xu's methodology and literary style; examination of Xu's language, with particular reference to the language of aesthetic appraisal; Xu's journey to South-West China; Xu and caves and mountains and the true motivations for Xu's travels.
Julian Ward (Author)
'The first book-length study of Xu Xiake in English, this volume
will surely be a welcome addition to university libraries ... Ward
not only fills a gap in the literature, but also responds to the
growing interest in China's frontiers and "minority" cultures. For
this reason alone, Xu Xiake is sure to spark the interest of many
readers. Given Xu Xiake's status in China, a book devoted to him is
long overdue.' - Harvard Journal of Asian Studies
'An illuminating book, which conveys a lively impression of a
remarkable individual.' - Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society
'The first book-length study of Xu Xiake in English, this volume
will surely be a welcome addition to university libraries ... Ward
not only fills a gap in the literature, but also responds to the
growing interest in China's frontiers and "minority" cultures. For
this reason alone, Xu Xiake is sure to spark the interest of many
readers. Given Xu Xiake's status in China, a book devoted to him is
long overdue.' - Harvard Journal of Asian Studies Vol. 62: 2
'an illuminating book, which conveys a lively impression of a
remarkable individual.' - Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society
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