Merv, The Queen Of The World

Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question is a historical book written by Charles Thomas Marvin and first published in 1881. The book is a detailed account of the Central Asian city of Merv, which was once known as the ""Queen of the World"" due to its strategic location on the ancient Silk Road. The book also explores the history of the Turcoman tribes, who were notorious for their raids and slave-taking activities in the region. Marvin's account of Merv is based on his travels in the region and his interviews with local people. He provides a vivid description of the city's architecture, culture, and society, as well as its strategic importance in the region. The book also delves into the complex political and military dynamics of the region, including the rivalry between the British and Russian empires for control of Central Asia.In addition to his account of Merv, Marvin also provides an exposition of the Khorassan question, which refers to the political and territorial disputes between the British and Russian empires in the region. He analyzes the various factors that contributed to the conflict, including economic interests, strategic considerations, and cultural differences.Overall, Merv, The Queen Of The World: And The Scourge Of The Man-Stealing Turcomans, With An Exposition Of The Khorassan Question is an important historical work that provides valuable insights into the complex political and cultural dynamics of Central Asia in the 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.