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The Great Game
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HOPKIRK PETER
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ISBN: 9780719564475
Author: HOPKIRK PETER
For nearly a century, the two most powerful nations on earth—Victorian Britain and Tsarist Russia—fought a secret war in the lonely passes and deserts of Central Asia. Those engaged in this shadowy struggle called it 'The Great Game,' a phrase immortalized by Kipling.
The Rivalry Unfolds
- When play first began, the two rival empires lay nearly 2,000 miles apart.
- By the end, some Russian outposts were within just 20 miles of India.
The Story of the Great Game
This classic book recounts the history of the Great Game through the daring exploits of young officers—both British and Russian—who risked their lives in this high-stakes conflict.
- Disguised as holy men or native horse-traders, they:
- Mapped secret passes.
- Gathered intelligence.
- Sought the allegiance of powerful khans.
- Some of these brave individuals never returned.
Lasting Impact
The violent repercussions of the Great Game are still convulsing Central Asia today.
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