The Gates of India: Being an Historical Narrative
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Written by a distinguished geographer and surveyor, this extensive narrative explores the passes, frontiers, and strategic approaches that have shaped the history of India’s northwest. Sir Thomas Hungerford Holdich describes mountain routes, river valleys, and border regions that served as gateways for traders, pilgrims, and conquerors from ancient times through the British Raj. Blending topographical description with historical episodes, he traces campaigns by Persians, Greeks, Mughals, Afghans, and British forces, showing how geography influenced politics and warfare. The book reflects both ...
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- THE GATES OF INDIA
- PREFACE
- CONTENTS
- LIST OF MAPS
- INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII
- CHAPTER IX
- CHAPTER X
- CHAPTER XI
- CHAPTER XII
- CHAPTER XIII
- CHAPTER XIV
- CHAPTER XV
- CHAPTER XVI
- CHAPTER XVII
- CHAPTER XVIII
- INDEX
- FOOTNOTES
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