East of the Sun and West of the Moon

'East of the Sun and West of the Moon' is a compelling firsthand account of a scientific and hunting expedition into the heart of the Himalayas and Central Asia. Written by Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and his brother Kermit Roosevelt, the narrative follows their journey through treacherous mountain passes and remote plateaus in search of rare wildlife, most notably the legendary Ovis poli, or Marco Polo sheep. As they traverse the rugged landscapes of the Pamirs and the Tian Shan mountains, the authors provide detailed observations on the geography, natural history, and diverse cultures of the regions they encounter.The work stands as a testament to the golden age of exploration, blending the thrill of the hunt with a dedicated commitment to natural science. Tasked with collecting specimens for the Field Museum of Natural History, the Roosevelts document the immense logistical challenges of early 20th-century travel in some of the world’s most inaccessible areas. This book remains a classic of travel literature, offering readers an evocative glimpse into the untamed wilderness of the East and the enduring spirit of adventure that characterized the era’s great expeditions.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.