| Author |
Bonvalot, Gabriel, 1853-1933 |
| LoC No. |
16011541
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| Title |
En Asie centrale : du Kohistan à la Caspienne
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Plon, Nourrit et Cie, 1885.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library and the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"En Asie centrale : du Kohistan à la Caspienne" by Gabriel Bonvalot is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the author’s explorations and encounters throughout Central Asia, particularly focusing on regions like Samarkand, Djizak, and the Kohistan mountains. Bonvalot aims to provide readers with a vivid portrayal of the landscapes, peoples, and cultures, often eschewing rigorous scientific analysis for a more accessible, anecdotal approach. At the start of the narrative, Bonvalot reflects on his previous travels and expresses a desire to convey the everyday life of the local populations through his observations. He vividly describes his surroundings in Samarkand, painting a picture of its historical significance while noting its current decay. The text discusses playful scenes with local children, as well as the contrasting lifestyles of the people he encounters. The opening chapters unfold with his preparations for further exploration into the steppes and mountains, introducing companions and guides, while hinting at the challenges he will face due to the harsh environment. The imagery and observations set the stage for a rich adventure filled with natural beauty and cultural encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Asia, Central -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74946 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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