Ruins Of Desert Cathay V2

""Ruins of Desert Cathay V2"" is a book written by Aurel Stein, a Hungarian-British archaeologist and explorer, in 1912. It is a personal narrative of his explorations in Central Asia and westernmost China, specifically in the Taklamakan Desert and the surrounding areas. The book is the second volume of a two-part series and focuses on Stein's discoveries of ancient ruins and artifacts, including Buddhist manuscripts, paintings, and sculptures. He also provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered during his travels. The book is considered a significant contribution to the field of Central Asian studies and provides valuable insights into the history and archaeology of the region.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.