Western Himalaya and Tibet A Narrative of a Journey Through the Mountains of Northern India During the Years 1847-8

"Western Himalaya and Tibet" by Thomas Thomson, tells about a journey through the tall mountains of Northern India in the 1840s. The story follows Dr. Thomson's trip to Tibet, which he was assigned to by the Governor-General of India, starting in May 1847. He carefully explains his travels from Firozpur to Simla, noting the change from flat lands to the tall Himalayan peaks. Thomson vividly describes the landscape, the changing plants, and the challenges of seeing the mountain ranges as he got closer. This sets a tone of exploration, emphasizing the detailed scientific approach that defines the expedition.