The Travels of an Alchemist the Journey of the Taoist Ch'ang-Ch'un from China to the Hindukush at the Summons of Chingiz Khan recorded his Disciple Li Chih-Chang
Translated with an introduction by Arthu Waley
Publication: 1963 Routledge & Kegan Paul reprint
A remarkable travel narrative recounting the 13th-century journey of the Taoist master Ch’ang-Ch’un (Qiu Chuji) across Central Asia to meet Genghis Khan. Recorded by his disciple Li Chih-Ch’ang, the text offers a rare first-hand account of Mongol court life, religious exchange, and the meeting of Taoist spirituality with imperial power.
Condition: no dust jacket, clean bright copy in Very Good condition