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Traces the medieval fur trade which stretched from western Europe to China.
Sovereigns have been the ultimate authority in many world regimes for more than 5,000 years. Informative and entertaining, this newly revised and completely updated volume is the definitive source book for accurate and thorough information on kings, rulers, and statesmen.
Francis Reginald Wingate (1861-1953) was a major figure in the political, administrative, and military history of the Middle East from the early 1880s until the end of WWI. As dir. of military intelligence in the British-officered Egyptian Army during the Sudan campaigns; as sirdar (commander-in-chief) of that army and gov.-gen. of the Sudan during the formative period of its colonial admin.; and as high commissioner in Egypt during the latter half of the first world war and the crisis that led to the Egyptian revolution of 1919, he stands with Cromer and Kitchener as architects of the British empire in the Middle East. Yet Wingate has received much less notice than his famous contemporaries such as Gordon of Khartoum and Lawrence of Arabia. This biography corrects the historical imbalance. Illus.
“ The voice of the Pukhtun has been ignored too long. This book demands to be heard with respect and honor.” Ambassador Professor Akbar S. Ahmed. “PIAWURI: The Little Republic of Waziristan”, Volume 1, A fascinating exploration of the tribes in Waziristan, delving into their rich history, unique culture, and enduring struggles. The author provides a deep insight into their resilience, pride, and the challenges they have faced through centuries of con ict. He weaves a vibrant tapestry of Pashtun culture, illuminating the rich heritage and fading traditions of a people long overshadowed by modernity. Born in the heart of Waziristan and now residing in Ireland, T.K. Masid brings to life...
Comprehensive and in-depth exploration of one of the oldest civilisations in the world, revealing the dynamic changes of its society, the links to the rest of the world and the underlying forces that led to India's significant role on today's global stage.
Managing Indonesia''s Transformation: An Oral History is an account of Ginandjar Kartasasmita''s career in the Indonesian government, both under President Suharto and in the post-Suharto era. Based on all the ministerial positions in which Kartasasmita has served the government, the book provides readers candid insights into the domestic and international political and economic contexts in which decisions were made, and how policies were formulated and implemented in Indonesia.The book contains many hours of interviews in which the author responds OCo as frankly as he can OCo to all sorts of questions from a group of scholars and specialists working on Indonesian politics and political economy, with the understanding that the book is for those who want to understand Indonesian politics, both past and present.