An Account Of The Kingdom Of Caubul: And Its Dependencies In Persia, Tartary, And India (1815)

""An Account of the Kingdom of Caubul: and its Dependencies in Persia, Tartary, and India"" is a historical book written by Mountstuart Elphinstone, a British statesman and historian, in 1815. The book provides a detailed description of the Kingdom of Caubul, a region located in modern-day Afghanistan, and its surrounding territories. Elphinstone's account covers a wide range of topics, including the geography, climate, and natural resources of the region, as well as the political and social structures of the various kingdoms and tribes that inhabited it. He also provides insights into the religion, language, and customs of the people, and offers observations on the trade and commerce that took place in the region.The book is based on Elphinstone's personal experiences and observations during his time as a British envoy to the region, and is considered an important historical document for its detailed and accurate portrayal of the political and cultural landscape of Caubul and its neighboring territories. It is also noted for its clear and concise writing style, which makes it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history and culture of the region.Comprising A View Of The Afghan Nation And A History Of The Dooraunee Monarchy.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.