Varied Life: A Record Of Military And Civil Service, Of Sport And Of Travel In India, Central Asia A

""A Varied Life"" is a memoir written by Thomas Edward Gordon, detailing his experiences in military and civil service, as well as his travels and sporting endeavors in India, Central Asia, and Persia. The book covers a period of over 50 years, from 1849 to 1902, and provides a firsthand account of the political and cultural landscape of these regions during this time. Gordon's military service included time in the Indian Army, where he was involved in various campaigns and battles, as well as serving as a political officer in Afghanistan and Persia. He also worked in civil service, serving as a magistrate and collector in various regions of India. Additionally, the book covers Gordon's passion for sports, particularly hunting and polo, as well as his extensive travels throughout the region. Overall, ""A Varied Life"" provides a unique perspective on the history and culture of India, Central Asia, and Persia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.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.