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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Through the Heart of Afghanistan' is a compelling firsthand account of a scientific and exploratory journey across the rugged landscapes of Central Asia in the early 20th century. Written by the noted geologist Emil Trinkler and translated by B. K. Featherstone, the work documents a trek from the Russian frontier through the Hindu Kush and into the heart of the Afghan kingdom. Trinkler provides a detailed look at the geographical challenges, diverse cultures, and political climate of a region that remained largely closed to Westerners during the 1920s.The narrative balances scientific observation with the thrill of adventure, offering readers vivid insights into the geology, archaeology, and ethnography of Afghanistan. From the bustling bazaars of Kabul to the desolate mountain passes, the author captures the spirit of a nation at a historical crossroads. Trinkler's observations on the customs of the various tribes and the modernization efforts of the period make this an invaluable resource for those interested in Central Asian history and colonial-era exploration. 'Through the Heart of Afghanistan' remains a seminal travelogue that illuminates the enduring allure and complexity of the Afghan landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Through the Heart of Afghanistan' is a compelling firsthand account of a scientific and exploratory journey across the rugged landscapes of Central Asia in the early 20th century. Written by the noted geologist Emil Trinkler and translated by B. K. Featherstone, the work documents a trek from the Russian frontier through the Hindu Kush and into the heart of the Afghan kingdom. Trinkler provides a detailed look at the geographical challenges, diverse cultures, and political climate of a region that remained largely closed to Westerners during the 1920s.The narrative balances scientific observation with the thrill of adventure, offering readers vivid insights into the geology, archaeology, and ethnography of Afghanistan. From the bustling bazaars of Kabul to the desolate mountain passes, the author captures the spirit of a nation at a historical crossroads. Trinkler's observations on the customs of the various tribes and the modernization efforts of the period make this an invaluable resource for those interested in Central Asian history and colonial-era exploration. 'Through the Heart of Afghanistan' remains a seminal travelogue that illuminates the enduring allure and complexity of the Afghan landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: Through the Heart of Afghanistan is the English translation by B. K. Featherstone of Emil Trinkler's 1927 German work Quer durch Afghanistan nach Indien. The book chronicles Trinkler's 192324 journey from Riga, Latvia, through Russia, and into Afghanistan, where he traveled to Herat, Kabul, central Afghanistan, Peshawar, and the Bamian Valley. Trinkler documents the geography, culture, and social life of the region, including the impact of Amir Amanullah Khan's modernization efforts, German engineering projects, and medical missions. Richly illustrated with 44 photographs and a fold-out map, the book blends exploration, scientific observation, and ethnographic insight into early 20th-century Afghanistan. About The Author: Emil Trinkler (18961931) was a German geographer and explorer of Tibet and Afghanistan. He documented his travels in Through the Heart of Afghanistan (1928) and The Stormswept Roof of Asia (1930), combining geographic, cultural, and scientific observations. About The Author: B. K. Featherstone (Belford Kinchant Featherstone, 18981953) was the editor and translator of Emil Trinkler's Quer durch Afghanistan nach Indien, producing the 1928 English edition Through the Heart of Afghanistan, published by Faber & Gwyer. The Title 'Through the heart of Afghanistan written/authored/edited by Emil Trinkler, B. K. Featherstone', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789374937785 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 297 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Geography. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 297.

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: Through the Heart of Afghanistan is the English translation by B. K. Featherstone of Emil Trinkler's 1927 German work Quer durch Afghanistan nach Indien. The book chronicles Trinkler's 192324 journey from Riga, Latvia, through Russia, and into Afghanistan, where he traveled to Herat, Kabul, central Afghanistan, Peshawar, and the Bamian Valley. Trinkler documents the geography, culture, and social life of the region, including the impact of Amir Amanullah Khan's modernization efforts, German engineering projects, and medical missions. Richly illustrated with 44 photographs and a fold-out map, the book blends exploration, scientific observation, and ethnographic insight into early 20th-century Afghanistan. About The Author: Emil Trinkler (18961931) was a German geographer and explorer of Tibet and Afghanistan. He documented his travels in Through the Heart of Afghanistan (1928) and The Stormswept Roof of Asia (1930), combining geographic, cultural, and scientific observations. About The Author: B. K. Featherstone (Belford Kinchant Featherstone, 18981953) was the editor and translator of Emil Trinkler's Quer durch Afghanistan nach Indien, producing the 1928 English edition Through the Heart of Afghanistan, published by Faber & Gwyer. The Title 'Through the heart of Afghanistan written/authored/edited by Emil Trinkler, B. K. Featherstone', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789374935729 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 297 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Geography. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 297.

Blue hardback cloth cover. Zustand: Good. [First Edition]. G : in Good condition without dust jacket. Cover rubbed and edgeworn with splitting to outer joints. Backstrip probably glued back on. Heavy foxing at edges and occasionally within. 240mm x 160mm (9" x 6"). 295pp. B/W photographic plates and fold out map at rear. No publication date. Preface dated 1926.

First edition, 8vo xvi, 528 pp., 25 illustrations, map, original grey-blue cloth gilt, corners bumped, light wear, a very good copy. travel2023 This scarce volume narrates an attempt to cross the Muztagh Pass in 1922. Capt. Featherstone was the only European member of the expedition which only just failed in its attempt. There is a reference to K2. An account of the exploration of the 'Unexplored Pass', i.e., New (or Western) Mustagh Pass in 1922. Yakushi F33; Neate F13.

First Edition. First edition, 8vo, pp. 295, [1]; folding map, frontispiece portrait, 24 illustrations from photographs on 15 plates; original blue cloth, gilt-stamped spine; covers a little spotted, small cracks at spine ends, the binding a touch skewed, all else very good, sound and clean. Yakuski F33: "An account of the exploration of "Unexplored Pass", i. e. New (or Western) Mustagh Pass in 1922. From Srinagar the route of the journey was as follows; Zoji La-Skardu to Skoro La to Askole to New Mustagh Pass, and the return journey was made through Askole, Braldu valley, Skoro La, and Skardu. Then he travelled through the Shyok and the Nubra valleys to Leh.".