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In the savage winter of 1876 Captain Frederick Burnaby rode 1,000 miles eastwards from Constantinople to see for himself what the Russians were up to in this remote corner of the Great Game battelfield. With wars between Turkey and Russia imminent, he wanted to discover, among other things, whether the Sultan's armies were capable of resisting a determined Tsarist thrust towards Constantinople. Frederick Gustav Burnaby was no ordinary officer. For a start he was reputed to be the strongest man in the British Army. Nor was he all brawn, being fluent in seven languages and possessing a vigorous and colorful prose styleas readers of this Great Game classic will discover. With his servant Radford, he spend five months riding across some of the cruellest winter landscape in the world before hastening home to write this bestseller.
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- Q: What is 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' about? A: 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' recounts Captain Frederick Burnaby's 1,000-mile journey from Constantinople in 1876, exploring the geopolitical tensions between Turkey and Russia during that era.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' is Frederick Burnaby, known for his adventurous spirit and linguistic skills.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' is offered in 'New' condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' was published on May 23, 1996.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for historical research? A: Yes, 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' provides valuable insights into historical contexts of the Great Game, making it suitable for historical research.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of adventure, geopolitical conflict, and the resilience of human spirit against harsh landscapes.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for history enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, 'On Horseback Through Asia Minor' is an excellent gift for history enthusiasts and those interested in military history.
- Q: Is there any information on the author's background? A: Frederick Burnaby was a notable figure in the British Army, recognized for his physical strength and proficiency in multiple languages.