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On Alexander's Track to the Indus: Personal Narrative of Explorations on the North-West Frontier of India
On Alexander’s Track to the Indus, first published in 1929, is Aurel Stein’s account of the expeditions he mounted following in the footsteps of Alexander the Great during the triumphant invasion that, interestingly, left not a trace in Indian literature or tradition.
Stein’s account has justifiably achieved cult status for the dangers and hardships encountered during his own expeditions; for the light it sheds on Alexander’s invasions, and the wonders of Stein’s discoveries (such as Alexander’s Aornos); the illumination it offers on all fields of interest from archaeology to Indian literary culture, Graeco-Buddhist art and the spread of Buddhism right across Asia.
The remarkable Aurel Stein communicates his passions and enthusiasms effortlessly to the fortunate reader of this classic.
“Stein has a claim to be called the greatest archaeologist-explorer of all: read this and you’ll see why”—Michael Wood
Richly illustrated throughout with maps and black-and-white photographs.
Stein’s account has justifiably achieved cult status for the dangers and hardships encountered during his own expeditions; for the light it sheds on Alexander’s invasions, and the wonders of Stein’s discoveries (such as Alexander’s Aornos); the illumination it offers on all fields of interest from archaeology to Indian literary culture, Graeco-Buddhist art and the spread of Buddhism right across Asia.
The remarkable Aurel Stein communicates his passions and enthusiasms effortlessly to the fortunate reader of this classic.
“Stein has a claim to be called the greatest archaeologist-explorer of all: read this and you’ll see why”—Michael Wood
Richly illustrated throughout with maps and black-and-white photographs.
253 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 13, 2015
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Aurel Stein
101 books16 followersSir Marc Aurel Stein (usually known as Aurel Stein) KCIE, FBA (Hungarian: Stein Márk Aurél) (26 November 1862 – 26 October 1943) was a Hungarian-British archaeologist, primarily known for his explorations and archaeological discoveries in Central Asia. He was also a professor at various Indian universities.
Stein was born in Budapest into a Jewish family. His parents had him and his brother, Ernst Eduard, baptised as Lutherans, while his parents and sisters remained Jews (a common way at the time to increase the chance of one's sons being successful). He later became a British citizen and made his famous expeditions with British sponsorship.
Stein was born in Budapest into a Jewish family. His parents had him and his brother, Ernst Eduard, baptised as Lutherans, while his parents and sisters remained Jews (a common way at the time to increase the chance of one's sons being successful). He later became a British citizen and made his famous expeditions with British sponsorship.
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September 12, 2018
a book to dream with and than take the bag and go.
November 25, 2024
comment by Tony
I found the book quite interesting, even with my lack of background knowledge. However I think it would be improved if the photos were located throughout the text instead of being clumped together at the end.
I found the book quite interesting, even with my lack of background knowledge. However I think it would be improved if the photos were located throughout the text instead of being clumped together at the end.
March 5, 2016
Very dry! If you enjoy archeology or exploration with a cultural element Stein's explorations are full of detail and amazing finds. The unique area that he visits has had several historical moments including Alexander's conquest and several Buddhist travelers. It's clear however this was meant to document the exploration rather than tell a story.
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