Merv, The Queen Of The World - Charles Thomas Marvin - Bog

Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question (1881) is a historical account written by Charles Thomas Marvin. The book provides a detailed description of the city of Merv, which was once known as the ""Queen of the World"" and was a significant center of trade and commerce in Central Asia. The author also sheds light on the Turcomans, a nomadic tribe that was notorious for stealing men and women from neighboring settlements. In addition to describing the city and the tribe, the book also delves into the Khorassan question, which refers to the political and territorial disputes that arose in the region during the late 19th century. The author provides an exposition of this complex issue, highlighting the various factors that contributed to the conflict and the attempts made to resolve it. Overall, Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question (1881) is a comprehensive and informative account of an important period in Central Asian history. It provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the region's past and the various political, social, and cultural forces that shaped it.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.