"One of the few destinations on Earth where imagination aligns with reality, Uzbekistan flourishes with unparalleled scenery and unforgotten traditions," pens Ms Yaffa Assouline on this hardcover book, Uzbekistan: The Road to Samarkand. Told through original photography by Mr Laziz Hamani, each chapter portrays the country's rich and colourful heritage, unveiling a land of ancient monuments and myths.