What is this book about?

This work details the author's journey from the borderlands towards the spiritual and political heart of Tibet, specifically aiming for Lhasa, the capital. The narrative covers the trekking through diverse terrains, interactions with local populations, descriptions of monasteries, religious sites, and the unique culture of the Tibetan people. It provides firsthand accounts of the geography, customs, and challenges encountered during this pilgrimage and exploration. The book serves as both a travelogue and a documentary of a specific period and place in the relatively unknown (to the West) Tibet of the 19th century.