Khan Aftab (390 results)

Condition: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. Button, Sue (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Acceptable. First published 1976. The book is in good condition with some minor wear on the cover. There are slight stains on a few pages, but the text remains clear and legible. The binding is intact, and there are no inscriptions or library markings present. not applicable (no jacket visible).…

Condition: acceptable. All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: Fine. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. Vol 67, No 7, pp. 2873-2885, Illus, Extracted from Orig vol, begins with title page, trimmed & stapled, thus is like a pamphlet, wrinkled at bottom, else VG.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Button, Sue (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Book in Fair condition. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Fair. 1. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cover and edges may have some wear. Button, Sue (illustrator).

paperback. Condition: Fine. Button, Sue (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. pp. 274 Illus. (Col.).

Condition: New. pp. 274 1st Edition.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 208 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.52 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. pp. 274.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Contents: Preface. Introduction. 1. Juxtaposition of British liberal-conservative approach to Central Asia. 2. Conservative approach : intimidation and vacillation 1874-1880. 3. Triangular rivalries and Xinjiang. 4. Russo-Chinese diplomacy and Central Asia. 5. Gladston's II ministry and Afghanistan. 6. The demarcation and settlement of north-eastern boundary : Durand mission. 7. Conclusion. Bibliography. Appendices. "During nineteenth century, the Central Asian region was subjected to imperialistic intervention and suppression by two ever-expanding powers of Europe i.e., Russia and Britain. The extensive expansion was carried out with all their added responsibilities and administrative skill. The British, after subjugating the Sikh empire in India and the Russians after defeating the Khanates of Central Asia, reached the borders of Iran, Afghanistan and Xinjiang (a newly carved-out state on Chinese soil by the Amir who come from the main lands of Central Asia). The strategic environment at times presented a unique image of fear, mistrust and threat perceptions. British owing to its global power consciousness attempted hard to maintain its predominant position after out-manoeuvring the Russians and the Chinese. The Russians attempted to frustrate the British bids in connivance with China. The Chinese meanwhile attempted to forestall both owing to its past and bitter experiences with the European powers. The remaining states of Central Asia i.e., Iran, Afghanistan and Xinjiang desperately tried to play one power against the other, with a view of maintain their sovereign position. The unique strategic compulsions presented a phenomena of crises like situations and their management. The book contains the records of threat perception and the interesting models of foreign policy operations of three powers of Britain, Russia and China alongwith foreign policy objectives of Iran, Afghanistan and Xinjiang." (jacket). …

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.