Setting the East ablaze : (Record no. 33681)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 9780719564505 |
| 041 ## - LANGUAGE CODE | |
| Language code of text/sound track or separate title | English |
| 082 04 - Class No | |
| Classification number | 958.41 |
| Author Mark | HOP |
| 100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | Hopkirk, Peter, |
| 245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Setting the East ablaze : |
| Remainder of title | Lenin's dream of an empire in Asia / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc. | Peter Hopkirk. |
| 250 ## - EDITION STATEMENT | |
| Edition statement | Paperback edition. |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc. | London; |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc. | John Murray, |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc. | 1984 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| extent | x, 252 Pages : |
| other physical details | illustrations, maps ; Pbk |
| dimentions | 20 cm |
| 500 ## - GENERAL NOTE | |
| General note | "Setting the East Ablaze" is a gripping historical account that delves into the tumultuous period of revolutionary fervor and geopolitical intrigue in Central Asia during the early 20th century. Written by Peter Hopkirk, the book chronicles the daring exploits of Bolshevik agents, British spies, and local revolutionaries as they vied for control over the vast and strategically significant region. <br/><br/>The narrative captures the dramatic efforts of the Soviet Union to spread communism into the heart of Asia, while Britain, determined to protect its imperial interests, sought to counter these advances. Hopkirk masterfully weaves together tales of espionage, betrayal, and guerrilla warfare, set against the backdrop of the rugged and unforgiving landscapes of the Silk Road. <br/><br/>From the daring missions of Comintern operatives to the shadowy maneuvers of British intelligence, "Setting the East Ablaze" offers a vivid portrayal of a little-known but pivotal chapter in history. It is a story of ambition, ideology, and the clash of empires, brought to life with meticulous research and a flair for storytelling. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of espionage, revolution, and the Great Game's enduring legacy. |
| 650 #0 - Subject Headings | |
| Subject Headings | World politics |
| -- | Central Asia, History |
| 650 #7 - Subject Headings | |
| Subject Headings | World politics. |
| 650 #7 - Subject Headings | |
| Subject Headings | Political and social views. |
| 650 #7 - Subject Headings | |
| Subject Headings | Diplomatic relations. |
| 650 #7 - Subject Headings | |
| Subject Headings | Politics and government |
| Withdrawn status | Lost status | Source of classification or shelving scheme | Damaged status | Koha normalized classification for sorting | Not for loan | Collection code | Home library | Current library | Shelving location | Date acquired | Total Checkouts | Full call number | Barcode | Date last seen | Price effective from | Koha item type |
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| Dewey Decimal Classification | 958_410000000000000_HOP | 900 History and Geography | Library Dept. of Political Science | Library Dept. of Political Science | Roedad Khan's Collection DPOS | 03/05/2025 | 958.41 HOP | DPOS344 | 03/05/2025 | 03/05/2025 | Books |