{"product_id":"under-the-absolute-amir-gyan-books","title":"Under The Absolute Amir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnder The Absolute Amir\u003c\/em\u003e by Frank A. Martin is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 374 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the Absolute Amir by Frank A. Martin offers a rare firsthand account of life in Afghanistan during the reign of Amir Abdur Rahman Khan. Serving as Engineer-in-Chief, Martin spent eight years in Kabul, witnessing the country's strict autocratic rule, harsh justice system, and controlled society. The book details his engineering work, modernization efforts, and experiences as one of the few Europeans in the kingdom. Through vivid descriptions, drawings, and photographs, Martin reveals Afghanistan's culture, politics, military, and daily life during the “Great Game” era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frank A. Martin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 374\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1907\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Under The Absolute Amir available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eUnder The Absolute Amir\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote Under The Absolute Amir?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder The Absolute Amir is written by Frank A. Martin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964555231343,"sku":"9789374934135","price":31.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964555264111,"sku":"9789374933466","price":48.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789374933466.jpg?v=1792638953","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/under-the-absolute-amir-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}