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About The Book: Kashmir and Kashgar: A Narrative of the Journey of the Embassy to Kashgar in 1873-74 by Henry Walter Bellew chronicles the British diplomatic mission to Kashgar, a city in present-day China, in 1873-74. Bellew, a key member of the mission, details the journey through the rugged terrain of Kashmir and Central Asia, highlighting the challenges faced and the political, cultural, and geographical observations made along the way. The account offers insight into the region's ethnic diversity, historical context, and strategic importance. Bellew’s narrative is valuable for understanding British diplomatic efforts in Central Asia during the 19th century. 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 'Kashmir and Kashgar: A narrative of the journey of the embassy to Kashgar in 1873-74 written/authored/edited by H. W. Bellew', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370975750 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 450 (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 14.34 x 22.59 cms.