Publisher's Synopsis
O�������er Tartar Deserts or English and Russian in Central Asia is a travelogue written by David Ker in 1898. The book details Ker's journey through Central Asia, exploring regions such as the Caucasus, the Caspian Sea, and Turkestan. Ker provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and culture of the region, as well as his encounters with local rulers and officials. The book also delves into the political and strategic importance of Central Asia, which was a significant area of interest for both the British and Russian empires at the time. Ker provides insights into the rivalry and tensions between the two powers as they vied for influence in the region.Throughout the book, Ker reflects on the challenges and rewards of his journey, including the difficulties of traveling through harsh desert terrain and the hospitality and kindness of the people he met along the way. Overall, O�������er Tartar Deserts is a fascinating and informative account of a journey through a pivotal region in world history, offering insights into the culture, politics, and geography of Central Asia in the late 19th century.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.
