Through Khiva to Golden Samarkand: A John Murray Journey
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Traveling in the wake of empire and discovery, this vivid account follows a John Murray–style journey through Khiva toward the storied promise of Golden Samarkand. Along the way, the narrative captures the rhythms of caravan life, the textures of Central Asian cities, and the people encountered in markets, courtyards, and roadside conversations. Christie’s writing brings together close observation and reflective curiosity, illuminating themes of cultural encounter, historical memory, and the shifting meanings of “the exotic” in a rapidly changing world. With its blend of itinerary-driven storytelling and thoughtful commentary, the book offers readers an immersive window onto a region at the crossroads of trade, tradition, and transformation.
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paperback
Hodder & Stoughton
Published Jan 1, 2022
256 pages
ISBN: 9781399805704
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First Published
1925
Language
eng
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