Author: Aurel Stein
Volume: I
Published by Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1921
The book by the renowned Hungarian-British archaeologist, Sir Aurel Stein is a seminal work documenting his 1906 archaeological, geographical, and cultural explorations across Central Asia and the fringes of western China. The five-volumes provide detailed accounts of ancient Silk Road sites, Buddhist manuscripts, art, and historical relics, offering invaluable insight into trans-Asian trade and cultural exchanges. Khowari presents the first volume of the book which discuss his exploration of and findings in Chitral, among others.
Posted on 15 December 2025