Clouds In The East: Travels And Adventures On The Perso-Turkoman Frontier

By Valentine Baker

Book Overview

Clouds In The East is a travelogue written by Valentine Baker, chronicling his adventures and experiences while exploring the Perso-Turkoman frontier. The book is set in the late 19th century, during a time when the region was largely unexplored and considered dangerous. Baker, an experienced traveler and adventurer, sets out to explore the area and document his findings. Throughout the book, Baker describes his encounters with various tribes and peoples, including the Turkomans, Persians, and Kurds. He also provides detailed accounts of the landscape, climate, and natural resources of the region. In addition, the book includes vivid descriptions of the local customs, traditions, and way of life of the people he meets.Baker's writing is characterized by his keen observations and attention to detail, as well as his adventurous spirit and sense of humor. His experiences range from encounters with hostile tribes to peaceful interactions with friendly locals, and he provides a unique perspective on life in this remote and fascinating part of the world.Overall, Clouds In The East is a fascinating and informative travelogue that offers a glimpse into a bygone era and a little-known part of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, or history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432650696
• ISBN13: 9781432650698
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"