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 the Supreme Government of India, in the Years 1836, 1837, and 1838. [Hardcover]

ISBN 10 : 9374938782 (ISBN 13 : 9789374938782)

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Language: English. About The Book: A Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus by Lieutenant John Wood recounts his pioneering expedition through the Indus, Kabul, and Badakhshan between 1836 and 1838, conducted under the sanction of the British Indian government. Wood provides a detailed account of the challenging geography, rivers, and mountain passes of Central Asia, alongside observations on the local peoples, cultures, and political conditions. His meticulous surveys and maps contributed significantly to geographic knowledge of the region. The narrative combines elements of adventure, scientific observation, and ethnography, marking it as a landmark work in 19th-century exploration and Central Asian studies. About The Author: LIEUT John Wood (1812–1871) was a Scottish naval officer, surveyor, cartographer, and explorer renowned for his pioneering expeditions in Central Asia. Born in Perth, Scotland, he joined the British Indian Navy and demonstrated exceptional surveying skills, producing maps of southern Asia that remained authoritative throughout the 19th century. At 22, he commanded the first steamboat up the Indus River, conducting detailed surveys, and later led an expedition to identify a source of the River Oxus, earning the Royal Geographical Society’s Patron’s Medal in 1841. His notable works include Narrative of a Journey to the Source of the River Oxus and Twelve Months in Wellington. The Title '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 the Supreme Government of India, in the Years 1836, 1837, and 1838. written/authored/edited by LIEUT John Wood', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789374938782 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 450 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Exploration. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 450.…

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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 the Supreme Government of India, in the Years 1836, 1837, and 1838. [Hardcover]
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LIEUT John Wood
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2025
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