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Buried Treasures of Chinese Turkestan (Oxford in Asia Paperbacks),Used
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During the early decades of this century a handful of foreign explorers raced to remove wallpaintings, sculptures, manuscripts and other treasures from the lost cities of the Silk Road, the great transAsian highway that had once linked imperial China and distant Rome. The German archaeologist, Albert von Le Coqone of the most successful of these explorersdiscovered the huge, ninthcentury Buddhist murals from the cliffface monastery at Bezeklik. Buried Treasures of Chinese Turkestan, first published in 1928, is von Le Coq's account of the adventures and misadventures that beset him during his excavatios along the Silk Road. This edition includes an introduction by Peter Hopkirk, author of Foreign Devils on the Silk Road and Trespassers o the Roof of the World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Buried Treasures of Chinese Turkestan'? A: The book explores the adventures of foreign explorers, particularly German archaeologist Albert von Le Coq, as they excavated treasures from the Silk Road, including wall paintings and manuscripts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Albert von Le Coq, a notable archaeologist known for his work in the early 20th century.
- Q: When was 'Buried Treasures of Chinese Turkestan' first published? A: The book was first published in 1928.
- Q: What is the significance of the ninth-century Buddhist murals mentioned in the book? A: The murals represent important cultural and historical artifacts that provide insights into the Buddhist art and architecture of that era.
- Q: Is this edition of the book a new release? A: Yes, this is a new edition published on June 12, 1986.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Buried Treasures of Chinese Turkestan'? A: The book contains 190 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: Does this book include any additional content? A: Yes, it includes an introduction by Peter Hopkirk, providing further context to von Le Coq's adventures.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the 'General' category.