The Russians At The Gates Of Herat

By Charles T. Marvin and Charles Thomas 1854-1890 Marvin

Book Overview

The book ""The Russians At The Gates Of Herat"" written by Charles Marvin is a historical account of the Russian invasion of Afghanistan in the 19th century. The book chronicles the events leading up to the invasion, the military campaigns, and the political and social implications of the conflict. The main focus of the book is on the siege of Herat, a key city in Afghanistan, which was the site of a major battle between the Russian and Afghan forces. The author provides a detailed analysis of the military strategies employed by both sides, as well as the impact of the conflict on the local population. The book also explores the geopolitical context of the war, including the role of Britain and other European powers in the region. Overall, ""The Russians At The Gates Of Herat"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of a pivotal moment in Afghan and Russian history.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: 1163599212
• ISBN13: 9781163599211
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"