The Life of Abdur Rahman V2: Amir of Afghanistan (1900) is a biographical account of the life of Abdur Rahman, the Amir (ruler) of Afghanistan during the late 19th century. Written by Abdur Rahman himself, the book provides an intimate look at the political and social conditions of Afghanistan during his reign, as well as his personal experiences as a ruler.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Abdur Rahman's life and reign. The first chapter provides a brief overview of the history of Afghanistan and the political situation at the time of Abdur Rahman's ascension to the throne. The subsequent chapters delve into various aspects of Abdur Rahman's reign, including his efforts to modernize and centralize the Afghan state, his military campaigns against various tribal groups, and his relationships with neighboring powers such as Russia and Great Britain.Throughout the book, Abdur Rahman provides detailed descriptions of his personal experiences as a ruler, including his struggles to maintain control over his fractious country and his efforts to balance the demands of tradition and modernity. He also reflects on his own personal beliefs and values, offering insights into the mindset of a ruler in a complex and challenging political environment.Overall, The Life of Abdur Rahman V2: Amir of Afghanistan (1900) is a fascinating and insightful account of one of the most important figures in Afghan history. It offers a unique perspective on the political and social conditions of Afghanistan during the late 19th century, as well as an intimate look at the personal experiences of a ruler navigating the complexities of power in a changing world.In Two Volumes.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.

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