Ferry de Pigny Hyacinthe's Description de Pékin is a detailed and vivid account of life in Beijing in the early 20th century. From the bustling markets to the opulent palaces, Pigny Hyacinthe provides readers with an unparalleled look at the sights, sounds, and smells of the city. This book not only serves as an important historical document, but also a captivating travelogue. 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.