Cabool: Being A Personal Narrative Of A Journey To, And Residence In That City, In The Years 1836, 7, And 8.
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Lieut.-Col. Sir Alexander Burnes, C.B., &C.
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Classics of Exploration leaflet laid-in
Cabool: Being A Personal Narrative Of A Journey To, And Residence In That City, In The Years 1836, 7, And 8 chronicles the compelling experiences of Lieut.-Col. Sir Alexander Burnes during his significant sojourn in Afghanistan. This historical travelogue presents a vivid, first-hand account of life in Kabul, detailing the intricate political landscape and cultural nuances of the region in the mid-19th century. Burnes' narrative uncovers the strategic importance of Cabool and illustrates the challenges and observations of a British officer in a pivotal period. The work offers an invaluable perspective on Anglo-Afghan relations and the broader geopolitical currents of the era, making it an essential read for historians and enthusiasts of imperial history.
Author: Lieut.-Col. Sir Alexander Burnes, C.B., &C.
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Classics of Exploration leaflet laid-in
Cabool: Being A Personal Narrative Of A Journey To, And Residence In That City, In The Years 1836, 7, And 8 chronicles the compelling experiences of Lieut.-Col. Sir Alexander Burnes during his significant sojourn in Afghanistan. This historical travelogue presents a vivid, first-hand account of life in Kabul, detailing the intricate political landscape and cultural nuances of the region in the mid-19th century. Burnes' narrative uncovers the strategic importance of Cabool and illustrates the challenges and observations of a British officer in a pivotal period. The work offers an invaluable perspective on Anglo-Afghan relations and the broader geopolitical currents of the era, making it an essential read for historians and enthusiasts of imperial history.