Author: Leitner, G. W. (Gottlieb William)
Synopsis:
'Dardistan in 1866, 1886 and 1893' takes readers on a captivating journey through the history, religions, customs, legends, fables, and songs of various regions in the Hindukush, including Gilgit, Chilas, Kandia (Gabrial), Dasin, Chitral, Hunsa, Nagyr, and more. Serving as a supplement to the second edition of the 'Hunza and Nagyr handbook' and an epitome of part III of the author's "The languages and races of Dardistan," this book offers a rich and comprehensive exploration of the diverse cultures and traditions found in these remote areas.
Genres: Non-fiction, Travelogue, Anthropology
Themes: Cultural exploration, Religious diversity, Oral traditions, Linguistics
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