Kashmir and Kashgar: A narrative of the journey of the embassy to Kashgar in 1873-74 [Hardcover]
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Kashmir and Kashgar: A narrative of the journey of the embassy to Kashgar in 1873-74 [Hardcover]

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A firsthand account of the 1873-74 British embassy to Kashgar, documenting the journey through Kashmir and Central Asia. H. W. Bellew provides detailed observations of the regions, peoples, and geopolitical significance of this remote area during the British Imperial era.

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Kashmir and Kashgar presents a comprehensive narrative of the British embassy expedition to Kashgar undertaken in 1873-74, led by H. W. Bellew. This historical travelogue offers invaluable insights into the geographical, cultural, and political landscape of Kashmir and Central Asia during a pivotal period of imperial exploration.

Bellew’s detailed accounts encompass the challenging journey through mountainous terrain, encounters with diverse populations, and observations on trade routes and strategic locations. The work serves as an important historical document, capturing the perspectives of Victorian-era explorers and the British interest in Central Asian affairs. Through vivid descriptions and scholarly analysis, the author illuminates the complexities of regional politics, ethnography, and the ambitious scope of 19th-century British diplomatic missions.

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Author

H. W. Bellew
Publisher

‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House
ISBN

9789370975750

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