Cabool: Being A Personal Narrative Of A Journey To, And Residence In That City, 1836-38 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163297759)

Cabool is a personal narrative written by Alexander Burnes about his journey to and residence in the city of Kabul from 1836 to 1838. Burnes was a British explorer and diplomat who was sent to Afghanistan to establish diplomatic relations with the ruling Emir, Dost Mohammad Khan. The book provides a detailed account of Burnes' experiences in Afghanistan, including his interactions with the local people, customs, and traditions. He also describes the political situation in the region and the various factions vying for power. Burnes' account is notable for its vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people he encountered, as well as his insights into the social and political dynamics of Afghanistan. He also provides a unique perspective on the British Empire's involvement in the region, which would ultimately lead to the First Anglo-Afghan War. Overall, Cabool is an important historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in the history of Afghanistan and the British Empire. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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.

Author: Alexander Burnes
ISBN-10: 1163297755
ISBN-13: 9781163297759
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 434
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d