This fascinating book is an account of a journey through the remote, mountainous region between Assam and Tibet in the late 19th century. The author, Thomas Thornville Cooper, was part of a British survey team that was attempting to find new trade routes from India to China. Along the way, he encountered numerous challenges, including rugged terrain, harsh weather, and hostile tribes. Despite these obstacles, he persevered and ultimately succeeded in his mission. This book offers a unique window into a time and place that is largely forgotten today and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of trade and exploration in Asia. 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.