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There are few greater ironies in History than the fact that the fate of Eastern Christendom should have been sealed—and half of Europe conde...
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When I woke up unexpectedly at three a.m. last night it suddenly dawned on me that I have not said nearly enough about the Samanids, who ru... -
While Events Played Out In Otrār yet other drama were unfolding high up in the hidden recesses of the Pamir Mountains on the southern edge ... -
Bukhara claims to be one of the world’s oldest cities. In 1997 the city celebrated its 2500th anniversary, although admittedly this date ...
Are you trying to embarrass me or what, Don? : )
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It’s your post! Actually I found it very touching. No one ever wrote me a love letter like that.
ReplyDeleteAwe, thank you. I was just kidding - I know, it's my post.
ReplyDeleteBe careful what you wish for - are you *sure* you'd want someone writing about your experience "streaking" an empty cathedral late at night? : )
BTW, someday, whenever husband and I have the time and money, we're going to try to visit Mongolia. Husband was more of a world traveler before we got married, and I think he misses it a lot. It would be nice to see you, too, of course.
Really enjoying your posts of late. You bring history alive.
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You and your husband are welcome in Mongolia! I will reserve a corner of my hovel for you. Hope you don’t mind camel ticks!
ReplyDeleteCamel ticks are fine as long as they don't snore. : )
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