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A gripping travelogue of Central Asia’s harsh borderlands and ancient routes.
Journeys through the Pamirs, along the Oxus, and into Bokharan territory reveal a landscape shaped by empires, roads, and watchful eyes.
In this edition, the narrator recounts tedious marches, razor‑thin passages, and encounters with local leaders as mighty mountains and shifting fronts frame every decision. From bind‑tight diplomacy to small acts of hospitality, the narrative blends travel with political insight, offering a clear view of life on the edge of two great powers.
- Rugged trekking across defiles, rivers, and log crossings that test endurance and nerve.
- Conversations with Bokharan officials, Afghan allies, and Russian authorities that illuminate regional tensions.
- Raft journeys down the Bartang and vivid scenes of frontier life at Kala-i-Wamar and Kala Panj.
- Close observations of logistics, such as caravan rooms, teahouses, and the chain of mountain outposts along the frontier.
Ideal for readers of travel writing and early 20th‑century frontier history alike.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an intrepid travelogue and sporting adventure set during a time of political tension in Central Asia. The author, a keen sportsman, was granted special permission to travel through Gilgit, Hunza Nagar, and Kunjut, regions usually closed to outsiders. The narrative describes the author's arduous journey over the Himalayas, hunting expeditions and encounters with remote tribes, providing a rare glimpse into a region that has since become inaccessible to the modern world. Through detailed natural descriptions, the author paints a vivid picture of a pristine environment untouched by the modern world. The author also observes the geopolitical complexities of the Pamir region, offering commentary on the growing influence of Russia and China and the strategic importance of a region that sits at the heart of Asia. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330451663_0
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