Plunge into the 19th-century ‘Great Game’ and the high-stakes geopolitical race for Central Asia, where Russian ambitions threatened British India. This captivating true adventure chronicles a daring British officer’s perilous ride to Khiva, a forbidden Russian stronghold, on a vital intelligence mission. Uncover the secrets of a potential Russian invasion route aimed at India’s borders. Essential for readers fascinated by Victorian military history, imperial intrigue, and Central Asian exploration, this book provides crucial historical context, including detailed maps and Russian military routes, vital for understanding the era that shaped British India’s destiny.