Enter the exotic and mysterious world of Central Asia through this primary source collection. With a foreword by T.S. Wentworth, this volume collects the travelogues and observations of Alexander Burnes, a British explorer who journeyed across Bokhara, Tartary, and Persia in the early 19th century. Discover the richness, beauty, and complexity of these ancient lands, from their people and customs to their art, music, and way of life.

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