The great game on Secret Service in High Asia
Hopkirk, Peter2006
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For nearly a century, Victorian Britain and Tsarist Russia - fought a secret war in the lonely passes and deserts of Central Asia. Those engaged in this shadowy struggle called it 'The Great Game'. This book tells the story of the Great Game through the exploits of the young officers, both British and Russian, who risked their lives playing it.
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Imprint:
John Murray, 2006.
Collation:
592p. ; 19.7 cm.
Audience:
General (US: Trade).
ISBN:
0719564476 (pbk)
Dewey class:
958.03
Language:
English
BRN:
461845