Colonel Grodekoff's Ride From Samarcand To Herat - Nikolai Ivanovich Grodekov - Bog

Colonel Grodekoff's Ride From Samarcand To Herat: Through Balkh And The Uzbek States Of Afghan Turkestan is a historical travelogue written by Nikolai Ivanovich Grodekov. The book was first published in 1880 and is an account of Grodekoff's journey through the Central Asian region of Afghan Turkestan in the late 19th century.The book begins with a brief introduction to the history and geography of the region, followed by a detailed account of Grodekoff's journey from Samarcand to Herat. This journey took him through the ancient city of Balkh and the Uzbek states of Afghan Turkestan. The book provides a vivid description of the landscapes, people, and cultures that Grodekoff encountered on his journey.Throughout the book, Grodekoff provides insights into the political and social conditions of the region, as well as the various ethnic groups that inhabit it. He also describes the challenges and difficulties he faced during his journey, including harsh weather conditions, bandits, and hostile locals.Overall, Colonel Grodekoff's Ride From Samarcand To Herat: Through Balkh And The Uzbek States Of Afghan Turkestan is a fascinating historical account of a journey through a little-known region of Central Asia. It provides valuable insights into the history, culture, and geography of the region and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Central Asia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.