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100			_aMagowan, Robin
245		0	_aFabled Cities of Central Asia: Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva
260			_aLondon
260			_bCassell
260			_c2002
300			_a192 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 26 cm.
500			_aA travelogue and architectural history of three major cities along the Silk Road. The book includes a historical overview and is richly illustrated.
520			_a"Fabled Cities of Central Asia: Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva" by Robin Magowan is a travelogue and historical meditation that explores the enduring legacy of three iconic Silk Road cities. Published in 1999, the book combines the author’s personal experiences with rich historical and architectural context. Magowan's work goes beyond a conventional travel guide to capture the "fabled" quality of these cities, which have long been at the crossroads of empires, trade, and culture. The book is structured as a journey, with each city—Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva—serving as a distinct chapter. Magowan delves into their storied pasts, from their roles as centers of Islamic scholarship and trade to their eventual decline under Soviet rule. He brings to life the magnificent architecture of each city, including the intricate mosaic work of Samarkand's Registan Square, the bustling minarets of Bukhara, and the labyrinthine walls of Khiva's inner city. The book is a personal tribute to the history and atmosphere of these places, making it a valuable read for travelers and those interested in Central Asian history and architecture.
650			_aSamarkand (Uzbekistan) -- Description and travel
650			_aIslamic architecture
650			_a Central Asian art _vphotography
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