Through deserts and oases of central Asia by Ella Sykes and Sir Percy Sykes
"Through Deserts and Oases of Central Asia" by Ella Sykes and Sir Percy Sykes is a travel and exploration account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the authors' extensive journey across the deserts and oases of Central Asia, specifically Chinese Turkestan and the Pamirs. The narrative captures their experiences navigating the varied landscapes, cultures, and challenges they encounter along the way, intertwining personal observations with historical and geographical insights.The opening of the narrative details their departure from England on a journey that takes them through various European countries en route to their destination in Central Asia. It introduces the context of World War I, explaining the circuitous travel required and the impact of wartime on their journey. Following their arrival in Tashkent, the authors observe the blend of cultures in the area, characterized by vibrant local life, and reflect on their anticipation of exploring the fascinating and diverse landscapes of Kashgar and beyond. The introduction sets the stage for an exploration filled with rich detail and adventure, emphasizing the authors' desire to document their experiences in this remote part of the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sykes, Ella, 1863-1939 |
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| Author | Sykes, Percy, Sir, 1867-1945 |
| LoC No. | 20006769 |
| Title | Through deserts and oases of central Asia |
| Original Publication | London: Macmillan, 1920. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Alan, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Asia, Central -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu (China) |
| Subject | Pamir -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72916 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 301 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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