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Fei-Shi = Emil Sigmund Fischer, 1865-1945.
Guide to PEKING
Tientsin 1909 The Tientsin Press Soft cover 1st Edition
Reference : 029944
Soft cover, 19 c 13,5 cm, 139 pp., English, 1st Edition, Illustrations, book condition: Very Good. Emil Sigmund Fischerrn (18651945) was a Vienna-born banker, traveler, and sinologistwho became a leading authority on China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Writing under the pseudonym Fei Shi, he authored highly regarded travel guides and cultural studies.rnKey Features of the 1909 EditionrntTarget Audience: Unlike the "package tours" popularized by Thomas Cook at the time, this guide was designed for the independent traveler.rntPractical Tools: It includes Chinese characters throughout the text to help travelers ask locals for directions.rntVisual Aids: The first edition typically features three meticulous folding maps and plans, including a detailed map of the Legation Quarter.rntCultural Note: Fischer explicitly requested that visitors refrain from defacing buildings or writing on tombsrn
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5 book(s) with the same title
Guide to "Peking" - 1935
Peking, The Peiping Chronicle, Revised Edition, September 1935. 1 volume 8vo, 193 pp., with many black and white illustrations and 3 maps (2 folding), full pages of advertisements. Rebound in modern leather, paper is yellowish, a very small lack of paper on title page, a good copy.
A very rare guide book to Peking
Guide to Peking published by The Peiping Chronicle January 1933
Peking 1933 The Peiping Chronicle Soft cover 1st Edition
Soft cover, 19,5 x 13,5 cm, 88 pp., English, 1st Edition, Illustrations, book condition: Very Good. Published in January 1933, "The Guide to Peking" by The Peiping Chronicle is an 88-page guide featuring detailed maps, historical insights by Dr. Y.C. Chang, and 31 photographic illustrations. The publication highlights local landmarks, culture, and businesses of the time while using the name "Peking" for its familiarity to tourists.
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Guide to Peking - 1930
Peking, published by "The Leader", 1930. 1 volume in-12, 70 pp., with many black and white illustrations and a folding map of Peking, full pages of advertisements. Rebound in modern leather, a very good copy.
Contents: Map of Peking - A Historical Introduction - Points of Interest - Peking as an Art Center - The Chinese Theatre - Theaters of Peiping - Shops - Chinese Foods - Industries - Peiping Churches - Clubs - Women's Clubs - Chinese Festivals - Festival Calendar
1930 Guide To Peking published by "The Leader"
Peking 1930 The Leader Soft cover 1st Edition
Softcover small imperfections, 18 x 12,5. cm, 68 pages, English, 1st Edition, Illustrations overall good condition . The guide was designed to be the most thorough resource for tourists and new residents, offering: rntHistorical Introduction: Often attributed to Dr. Y.C. Chang in subsequent editions.rntCultural Insights: Chapters on Chinese theater, local food, and traditional festivals.rntPractical Info: Details on local industries, churches, clubs, and the famous "Hutungs" (narrow alleys).rntMap Index: Sections covering the City Gates, Legation Quarter, and the Forbidden City. rn
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Cook's Guide to Peking - North China - South Manchuria - Korea
Shanghai, Thos. Cook & Son, 1924 (fifth edition). 1 small volume in-8, 143 pp., with many b. & w. illustrations and 3 folding maps, decorative green cloth, spine and corners a bit used, slightly loose binding, with 20 pages of advertisements at the end of the booklet.
A scarce and nicely illustrated guide book printed by the North China Daily News & Herald in Shanghai.
