In Xanadu. A Quest by Dalrymple William - 1990

Paperback. Very Good.

Paperback. Good.

new pb

Harper Perenniel. Paperback. Used; Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there’s something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. 01/01/2007

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HarperPerennial, 2007. Paperback. Very Good. Edition 2007. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this book's net price to charity organizations.

HarperPerennial, 2007. Soft cover. Very Good. p/b 314 pages, condition is very good.

UK: Flamingo, 1990 In Xanadu. A Quest. A clean and tightly bound book.

London: Flamingo, 1990 8vo. original printed paper wraps (a trifle rubbed & creased, spine a little sunned, texter mark to tail edge, denoting one-time remaindered copy); pp. [vi], 314, with illustrations & maps. A very good copy.. Reprint. Soft Cover. VG+.

London: Harper Perennial, 2007. Reprint. Softcover. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dust-dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: 314 pages, maps. Summary: William Dalrymple's award-winning first book: his classic, fiercely intelligent and wonderfully entertaining account of his journey across Marco Polo's 700-year-old route from Jerusalem to Xanadu, the summer palace of Kubla Khan. At the age of twenty-two, Dalrymple left his college in Cambridge to travel to the ruins of Kubla Khan's stately pleasure dome in Xanadu. As he and his companions travel across the width of Asia--crossing through Acre, Aleppo, Tabriz, Tashkurgan, and other mysterious and sometimes hellish places--they encounter dusty, forgotten roads, unexpected hospitality, and difficult challenges. Stylish, witty, and knowledgeable about everything from the dreaded order of Assassins to the hidden origins of the Three Magi, this is travel… Read More