The Making of a Frontier: Five Years' Experiences and Adventures in Gilgit, Hunza, Nagar, Chitral, and the Eastern Hindu-Kush

by Algernon George Arnold Durand, Oliver Forester (Introduction)

A first hand narrative of the British Empire's final phase of expansion in late nineteenth century British India. The references, dates, and political analysis represent a primary source of imperial dynamics and mentalities. The book is a faithful account of the policy pursued on the Gilgit
frontier, of the steps taken to give it effect, and of the results attained.

320 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1974

About the author

1854 - 1923