Publisher's Synopsis
The Russians At The Gates Of Herat is a historical book written by Charles Marvin. The book chronicles the events of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, specifically the Russian invasion of Afghanistan in 1885. The author provides a detailed account of the military operations and political tensions that led to the conflict between the British and the Russians in the region.Marvin delves into the geopolitical context of the time, exploring the power dynamics between the British Empire and the Russian Empire, as well as the role of Afghanistan as a buffer state between the two. He also examines the cultural and religious differences between the British and Afghan forces, shedding light on the challenges faced by the British in their attempts to control the region.The book is based on extensive research and draws on primary sources such as official documents, personal accounts, and contemporary newspapers. Marvin's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Central Asia and the British Empire.Overall, The Russians At The Gates Of Herat is a comprehensive and insightful account of a pivotal moment in the history of Afghanistan and the Great Game, the geopolitical struggle for influence in Central Asia between the British and Russian empires.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.
