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Discover the enchanting journey through Central Asia with 'Through Khiva to Golden Samarkand.' This beautifully designed B-format paperback, published by John Murray in 2022, takes you on an unforgettable exploration inspired by the remarkable travels of Ella R. Christie, a pioneering Scottish adventurer. Experience the breathtaking landscapes and intricate cultures of the Silk Road as Christie shares her firsthand accounts of life in Tashkent, Samarkand, and the Khanate of Khiva.
Award-winning author Caroline Eden, known for her captivating works like 'Black Sea, Red Sands,' introduces this remarkable narrative that immerses readers in the rich history and tradition of these ancient cities. Ella R. Christie’s insights offer a unique perspective on the medieval glory of the region, described by her as 'Medieval pomp, splendour, and picturesqueness.' This book is not only a travel narrative but also a vivid documentation of a world on the brink of profound change due to war and revolution.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, an armchair traveler, or someone who appreciates intricate storytelling, 'Through Khiva to Golden Samarkand' will transport you to a time when the Silk Road was vibrant and alive. With stunning descriptions and a keen observation of daily life, Christie’s journey through Central Asia is a must-read for anyone curious about this magical region.
Shipping for this item is FREE; however, please allow 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once you place the order, we are unable to cancel it. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781399805704.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781399805704
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: John Murray
Description:
INTRODUCED BY CAROLINE EDEN, award-winning author of Black Sea, Red Sands and Samarkand
'Medieval pomp, splendour, and picturesqueness... a life that one can hardly even realize.'
In 1912, Ella R. Christie - a veteran Scottish traveller who had made expeditions to Kashmir, Tibet, Malaya, Borneo, China, Korea and Japan - steamed across the Caspian Sea to explore Central Asia. Her travels through the Russian Empire took her to the Silk Road cities of Tashkent and Samarkand, and she became the first British woman to visit the Khanate of Khiva.
Eschewing the cloak and dagger intrigues of a previous generation of Great Game spies, Christie was a meticulous observer of the everyday - whether meeting khans, dining with generals or vividly chronicling market life - shortly before war and revolution swept that world away.
Award-winning author Caroline Eden, known for her captivating works like 'Black Sea, Red Sands,' introduces this remarkable narrative that immerses readers in the rich history and tradition of these ancient cities. Ella R. Christie’s insights offer a unique perspective on the medieval glory of the region, described by her as 'Medieval pomp, splendour, and picturesqueness.' This book is not only a travel narrative but also a vivid documentation of a world on the brink of profound change due to war and revolution.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, an armchair traveler, or someone who appreciates intricate storytelling, 'Through Khiva to Golden Samarkand' will transport you to a time when the Silk Road was vibrant and alive. With stunning descriptions and a keen observation of daily life, Christie’s journey through Central Asia is a must-read for anyone curious about this magical region.
Shipping for this item is FREE; however, please allow 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once you place the order, we are unable to cancel it. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781399805704.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781399805704
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: John Murray
Description:
INTRODUCED BY CAROLINE EDEN, award-winning author of Black Sea, Red Sands and Samarkand
'Medieval pomp, splendour, and picturesqueness... a life that one can hardly even realize.'
In 1912, Ella R. Christie - a veteran Scottish traveller who had made expeditions to Kashmir, Tibet, Malaya, Borneo, China, Korea and Japan - steamed across the Caspian Sea to explore Central Asia. Her travels through the Russian Empire took her to the Silk Road cities of Tashkent and Samarkand, and she became the first British woman to visit the Khanate of Khiva.
Eschewing the cloak and dagger intrigues of a previous generation of Great Game spies, Christie was a meticulous observer of the everyday - whether meeting khans, dining with generals or vividly chronicling market life - shortly before war and revolution swept that world away.