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A Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus by the Route of the Indus, Kabul, and Badakhshan (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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Follow a British explorer through the Indus valley, Kohat, and Kabul as he records landscapes, people, and the rhythm of a perilous march.
In this travel account, Lieutenant Wood details rivers, forts, and mountain passes from 1835 to 1838. The narrative blends careful observation with the everyday realities of expedition life, from navigational challenges on the Indus to encounters with rulers, soldiers, and local communities. The passages illuminate geography, climate, and the social textures of frontier Afghanistan, Kohistan, and the surrounding regions—capturing both scenery and the tensions of a nation in flux.
Readers gains insights into early 19th‑century travel, navigation by river and caravan, and the practical knowledge needed to traverse a vast and often hostile landscape. The book also reflects the broader imperial context, including diplomacy, trade, and the careers of key figures of the period.
- Detailed geographic and ethnographic observations from the Indus to Kabul.
- Accounts of military and political affairs, local governance, and tribal dynamics.
- Descriptions of terrain, climate, and the everyday life of villagers, soldiers, and rulers.
- Context for the era’s exploration, cartography, and colonial enterprise.
Ideal for readers of travel writing, imperial history, and 19th‑century exploration narratives.
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A Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus by the Route
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book depicts the journey of Captain John Wood as he explores the source of the River Oxus, accompanied by Dr. Heddle. This was the first expedition to the region, and it was a dangerous one. Wood and Heddle endured bone-chilling temperatures, violent storms, and attacks by wild animals. But they also witnessed the beauty of the natural world, and they were able to make important observations about the geography and people of the region. This book is a valuable historical document, and it is also a thrilling adventure story. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in exploration, geography, or history. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333588489_0
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A Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus by the Route of the Indus, Kabul, and Badakhshan Performed Under the Sanction of Years 1836, 1837, and 1838 Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333588489
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A Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus by the Route of the Indus, Kabul, and Badakhshan Performed Under the Sanction of Years 1836, 1837, and 1838 Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333588489
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