Through Central Asia: With a Map and Appendix on the Diplomacy and Delimitation of the Russo-Afghan Frontier (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry Lansdell

 
9780483137776: Through Central Asia: With a Map and Appendix on the Diplomacy and Delimitation of the Russo-Afghan Frontier (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore a landmark journey through Central Asia, with a detailed map and clear notes on diplomacy that shaped a frontier.

This travel narrative follows a seasoned observer across Turkistan, Bokhara, and surrounding regions, offering vivid scenes from centuries-old cities and their rulers. It also includes a practical appendix that explains the diplomacy and delimitation of the Russo-Afghan frontier, helping readers understand how borders were drawn in this pivotal era.

What you’ll experience
  • A firsthand account of travel through Central Asia, its cities, and its cultures.
  • Context on historical diplomacy and frontier issues that influenced the region.
  • Illustrations and a map that accompany the narrative for easier orientation.
  • Notes that connect travel observations to broader historical themes of the period.
Ideal for readers of 19th‑century travel writing, historical geography, and frontier diplomacy.

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