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About The Book: Journal of a Political Mission to Afghanistan in 1857 by Henry Walter Bellew offers a detailed account of his diplomatic mission to Afghanistan during the mid-19th century. Bellew, a British political officer, recounts his experiences traveling through the region, engaging with Afghan leaders, and observing the political dynamics between Britain, Afghanistan, and neighboring powers. The journal highlights the complex terrain, cultural encounters, and geopolitical tensions of the time. It also provides insights into British foreign policy in Central Asia, particularly in the context of the Great Game, a period of rivalry between the British Empire and Russia. About The Author: Henry Walter Bellew (1834–1892) was a British medical officer and scholar, primarily known for his extensive work in Afghanistan and India. He authored several important works, including The History of Cholera in India from 1862 to 1881, which provided a detailed analysis of cholera outbreaks. Bellew's expertise also extended to the study of the Pukkhto language and Afghan ethnography. He contributed valuable reports on Afghanistan, including Afghanistan and the Afghans, and Kashmir and Kashghar. His work on the medical and cultural aspects of the regions he studied remains a significant contribution to colonial-era scholarship. The Title 'Journal of A Political Mission to Afghanistan in 1857 written/authored/edited by H. W. Bellew', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370979611 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 536 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.