Bøger af Charles Thomas Marvin

In this 1904 book, Marvin describes the oil industry in the Baku region of Azerbaijan, which was then the world's largest producer of oil. He details the history of oil extraction in the area and argues for the economic potential of this abundant resource.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Russia's Power of Attacking India is a book written by Charles Thomas Marvin in 1886. The book discusses the potential threat that Russia poses to India, and the measures that India should take to defend itself against a possible Russian invasion. Marvin examines the history of Russia's expansionism and its strategic interests in Central Asia, and argues that India is a crucial target for Russia's expansionist ambitions. The book also discusses the geopolitical significance of India and its relationship with British colonialism, and the potential consequences of a Russian invasion on the region's political and economic stability. Overall, Russia's Power of Attacking India is a comprehensive analysis of the geopolitical landscape of the late 19th century, and an important historical document that sheds light on the strategic considerations of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This book, from the series Primary Sources: Historical Books of the World (Asia and Far East Collection), represents an important historical artifact on Asian history and culture. Its contents come from the legions of academic literature and research on the subject produced over the last several hundred years. Covered within is a discussion drawn from many areas of study and research on the subject. From analyses of the varied geography that encompasses the Asian continent to significant time periods spanning centuries, the book was made in an effort to preserve the work of previous generations.

Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question is a historical book written by Charles Thomas Marvin and first published in 1881. The book is a detailed account of the Central Asian city of Merv, which was once known as the ""Queen of the World"" due to its strategic location on the ancient Silk Road. The book also explores the history of the Turcoman tribes, who were notorious for their raids and slave-taking activities in the region. Marvin's account of Merv is based on his travels in the region and his interviews with local people. He provides a vivid description of the city's architecture, culture, and society, as well as its strategic importance in the region. The book also delves into the complex political and military dynamics of the region, including the rivalry between the British and Russian empires for control of Central Asia.In addition to his account of Merv, Marvin also provides an exposition of the Khorassan question, which refers to the political and territorial disputes between the British and Russian empires in the region. He analyzes the various factors that contributed to the conflict, including economic interests, strategic considerations, and cultural differences.Overall, Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question is an important historical work that provides valuable insights into the complex political and cultural dynamics of Central Asia in the 19th century.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.

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.