"Travels Into Bokhara (Volume 2 of 3)" by Alexander Burnes is a captivating historical narrative about the author's expedition through the heart of 19th-century Central Asia. Journey alongside Burnes as he navigates from India toward the lands of Cabool, Tartary, and Persia, recounting his firsthand experiences with the region's diverse landscapes, peoples, and customs. The account unveils rich details of the geographical terrain, political situations, and social norms that made up the region. Witness the harsh reality of the Toorkmun Desert through Burnes's eyes, and learn of the challenges, interactions with local traders, and the plight of enslaved Persians, that offer a profound understanding of the area's complex cultural weave.
Travels Into Bokhara (Volume 2 of 3) Being the Account of A Journey from India to Cabool, Tartary, and Persia; Also, Narrative of a Voyage on the Indus, From the Sea to Lahore, With Presents From the King of Great Britain; Performed Under the Orders of the Supreme Government of India, in the Years 1831, 1832, and 1833
By Alexander Burnes
Embark on a daring voyage through the 19th century's Central Asia, where deserts stretch endlessly, cultures clash, and the explorer records his journey through it all.
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About the AuthorCaptain Sir Alexander Burnes was a Scottish explorer, military officer and diplomat associated with the Great Game. He was nicknamed Bokhara Burnes for his role in establishing contact with and exploring Bukhara. His memoir, Travels into Bokhara, was a bestseller when it was first published in 1835.
Captain Sir Alexander Burnes was a Scottish explorer, military officer and diplomat associated with the Great Game. He was nicknamed Bokhara Burnes for his role in establishing contact with and exploring Bukhara. His memoir, Travels into Bokhara, was a bestseller when it was first published in 1835.
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