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By Hopkirk, Peter,.
London; John Murray, 1984 .
x, 252 Pages : , "Setting the East Ablaze" is a gripping historical account that delves into the tumultuous period of revolutionary fervor and geopolitical intrigue in Central Asia during the early 20th century. Written by Peter Hopkirk, the book chronicles the daring exploits of Bolshevik agents, British spies, and local revolutionaries as they vied for control over the vast and strategically significant region. The narrative captures the dramatic efforts of the Soviet Union to spread communism into the heart of Asia, while Britain, determined to protect its imperial interests, sought to counter these advances. Hopkirk masterfully weaves together tales of espionage, betrayal, and guerrilla warfare, set against the backdrop of the rugged and unforgiving landscapes of the Silk Road. From the daring missions of Comintern operatives to the shadowy maneuvers of British intelligence, "Setting the East Ablaze" offers a vivid portrayal of a little-known but pivotal chapter in history. It is a story of ambition, ideology, and the clash of empires, brought to life with meticulous research and a flair for storytelling. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of espionage, revolution, and the Great Game's enduring legacy. 20 cm.
9780719564505

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Little America : The War Within the War for Afghanistan /

By CHandrasekaran, Rajiv.
London Bloomsbury Publishing 2012 .
368 pages , First published in Great Britain 2012 Copyright © 2012 by Rajiv Chandrasekaran Map by Gene Thorp The author has asserted his moral rights No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission from the Publisher except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews Every reasonable effort has been made to trace copyright holders of material reproduced in this book, but if any have been inadvertently overlooked the publishers would be glad to hear from them Bloomsbury Publishing Plc 50 Bedford Square London WC1B 3DP www.bloomsbury.com Bloomsbury Publishing, London, New Delhi, New York and Sydney A CIP catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library Hardback ISBN 978 1 4088 3007 9 Trade paperback ISBN 978 1 4088 3180 9 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 21 Designed by Wesley Gott Typeset by North Market Street Graphics, Lancaster, Pennsylvania Printed in Great Britain by Clays Ltd, St Ives plc 9781408831809

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Eurasian crossroads : a history of xinjiang /

By Millward, james A..
New York : Columbia university press , 2007 .
440 pages ; 0231139241

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