Publisher's Synopsis
""A Journey To The Source Of The River Oxus"" is a travelogue written by John Wood, an English explorer who embarked on an expedition to discover the source of the River Oxus, which is now known as the Amu Darya. The book is a detailed account of Wood's journey through the Pamir Mountains, which he undertook in the mid-19th century.The book begins with Wood's preparations for the journey, including his interactions with local officials and his acquisition of supplies and equipment. He then describes his journey through the mountains, including his encounters with various ethnic groups, such as the Kirghiz, Wakhi, and Pamiri.Throughout the book, Wood provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the region. He also describes the challenges he faced, such as harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with bandits.Wood's ultimate goal was to reach the source of the River Oxus, which he believed to be located in the high mountains of the Pamirs. After many weeks of travel, he finally reached his destination and was able to confirm the location of the river's source.Overall, ""A Journey To The Source Of The River Oxus"" is a fascinating account of an intrepid explorer's journey through one of the most remote and challenging regions of the world. It provides a unique perspective on the history and geography of Central Asia, as well as insights into the cultural and social practices of the region's inhabitants.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.
