Khiva And Turkestan (1874)

By Henry Spalding

Book Overview

Khiva and Turkestan is a travelogue written by Henry Spalding in 1874. The book is a detailed account of Spalding's journey through the Central Asian region of Khiva and Turkestan. The author provides vivid descriptions of the people, culture, and landscape of the region, as well as his personal experiences and observations.Spalding's journey begins in Russia, where he travels by train to the city of Orenburg. From there, he embarks on a perilous journey across the desert to the city of Khiva, which at the time was a remote and isolated kingdom. Spalding describes the harsh conditions of the journey, including extreme heat, sandstorms, and attacks by bandits.Upon arriving in Khiva, Spalding is struck by the exotic and unfamiliar culture of the region. He describes the elaborate costumes and customs of the people, as well as their hospitality and generosity. He also provides detailed accounts of the architecture and landmarks of the city, including the famous Kalyan minaret.Spalding then travels on to the city of Bukhara, where he encounters a more sophisticated and cosmopolitan culture. He describes the bustling markets, the intricate tile work of the buildings, and the opulent palaces of the ruling emir.Throughout the book, Spalding provides insights into the political and social structures of the region, as well as the impact of Russian colonialism. He also reflects on the challenges and rewards of travel in a region that was largely unknown to Westerners at the time.Overall, Khiva and Turkestan is a fascinating and informative travelogue that provides a unique perspective on a little-known region of the world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437095232
• ISBN13: 9781437095234
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"