With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 2   By: Various

With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 2 is a captivating collection of travel stories from some of history's most legendary adventurers. From Marco Polo to Isabella Bird, the book takes readers on a journey through time and across continents, exploring the dangers, challenges, and wonders faced by these intrepid explorers.

The stories are rich in detail and vividly convey the excitement and hardships of exploration. The diverse range of perspectives and experiences offered by the different travelers makes for a compelling read, shedding light on cultures and landscapes unknown to many.

Overall, With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 2 is a delightful and informative read for anyone interested in travel, history, or adventure. It not only entertains but also educates, reminding us of the thrill and wonder of exploring the world beyond our own borders.

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New York, Washington, Chicago OLIVER H. G. LEIGH 5 Winnipeg Lake and River W. F. BUTLER 21 A Fine Scenic Route HENRY T. FINCK 31 South Pass and Fremont's Park JOHN C. FREMONT 42 In the Yellowstone Park FERDINAND V. HAYDEN 49 The Country of the Cliff Dwellers ALFRED TERRY BACON 58 Lake Tahoe and the Big Trees A. H. TEVIS 68 The Chinese Quarter in San Francisco HELEN HUNT JACKSON 78 Mariposa Grove and Yosemite Valley CHARLES LORING BRACE 88 A Sportsman's Experience in Mexico SIR ROSE LAMBERT PRICE 99 The Scenery of the Mexican Lowlands FELIX L. OSWALD 108 Among the Ruins of Yucatan JOHN L. STEPHENS 119 The Route of the Nicaragua Canal JULIUS FROEBEL 130 The Destruction of San Salvador CARL SCHERZER 137 Scenes in Trinidad and Jamaica JAMES ANTHONY FROUDE 145 The High Woods of Trinidad CHARLES KINGSLEY 157 Animals of British Guiana C... Continue reading book >>