Life of the Amir Dost Mohammed Khan of Kabul, Volume II : With His Political Proceedings Towards the English, Russian and Persian Governments Incluing the Victory and Disasters of the British Army in Afghanistan
by
Mohan Lal
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Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
9390729629
ISBN-13
9789390729623
Publisher
Manohar Publishers and Distributors
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Manohar Publishers and Distributors
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Nov 20th, 2024
Print length
528 Pages
Weight
950 grams
Ksh 13,300.00
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A vividly detailed portrait of Afghanistan’s ruler who founded the Barakzai dynasty, revealing his adept diplomacy and strategic maneuvering amid pressures from Persia, Russia, and Great Britain. Drawn from rare court documents, the narrative sheds vital light on the era of the First Anglo-Afghan War.
Amir Dost Mohammed Khan of Kabul (1793-1863) was ruler of Afghanistan in 1826-39 and 1842-63 and founder of the Barakzai dynasty. The work is based on documents and information provided by members of the Amir’s family and court. The supporting documents were lost in the insurrection of 1841 and the manuscript of the book itself seized by Mohammed?Akbar?Khan,?forcing?Mohan?Lal?to?rewrite?the?entire?work.
In addition to being a vivid portrait of Dost Mohammad Khan, this biography is a valuable primary source for the study of the First Anglo-Afghan War. It also brings to light Amir’s diplomatic and political skills in maneuvering between Persia, Russia, and Great Britain, all of which were seeking to exert influence over his policies and control, directly or indirectly?and?his?country.
In addition to being a vivid portrait of Dost Mohammad Khan, this biography is a valuable primary source for the study of the First Anglo-Afghan War. It also brings to light Amir’s diplomatic and political skills in maneuvering between Persia, Russia, and Great Britain, all of which were seeking to exert influence over his policies and control, directly or indirectly?and?his?country.
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