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_aPennell, T. L. _q(Theodore Leighton), _d1867-1912 |
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_aAmong the Wild Tribes of the Afghan Frontier : _bA Record of Sixteen Years' Close Intercourse with the Natives of the Indian Marches |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2010-05-03 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Steven Gibbs, Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ | ||
| 520 | _a"Among the Wild Tribes of the Afghan Frontier" by T. L. Pennell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's experiences as a medical missionary on the North-West Frontier of India over a span of sixteen years. It delves into the dynamics of the Afghan and Pathan tribes, providing insights into their customs, conflicts, and the profound impact of medical missions on their lives. The opening of the book presents a vivid portrayal of Afghan character, illustrating its complex contradictions, such as bravery mixed with treachery, and deep-rooted concepts of honor. It recounts personal anecdotes, including a case of blood revenge by a sister who avenges her brother's murder, highlighting the prevailing vendetta culture. Pennell sets the stage for exploring the themes of honor, justice, and conflict while establishing his voice as an observer and participant in the lives of these tribes. Through his narrative, the reader is invited to understand the rich cultural tapestry and moral dilemmas faced by both the tribes and those like him who attempt to engage with them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAfghans | ||
| 653 | _aMissions -- Asia, Central | ||
| 653 | _aPunjab (India) -- Social life and customs | ||
| 653 | _aAfghanistan -- Social life and customs | ||
| 653 | _aPennell, T. L. (Theodore Leighton), 1867-1912 | ||
| 653 | _aPushtuns | ||
| 653 | _aMissions, Medical -- Pakistan -- North-West Frontier Province | ||
| 653 | _aKhyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan) -- Social life and customs | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32231 |
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