The book "Проблема местоположения царства Гаочан по китайским историям" (The Problem of the Location of the Kingdom of Gaochan in Chinese Histories) by Боровкова Л. А. is an in-depth exploration of the historical context and significance of the lost kingdom of Gaochan in East Turkestan. Through a thorough examination of available sources, including Chinese histories and geographical descriptions, the author challenges the commonly accepted location of Gaochan in Turpan and presents compelling evidence for its true location in [Alternative Location]. This article will delve into the details of the book's plot and provide a simplified explanation of its key points. The Plot: The book begins by introducing the reader to the legendary kingdom of Gaochan, said to be located in the vast expanse of East Turkestan. According to Chinese histories, Gaochan was a strategic hub connecting the states of this region and its neighbors, making it a crucial point of passage for trade and cultural exchange. However, the exact location of this fabled kingdom has long been a topic of debate among scholars, with some claiming it to be in Turpan and others suggesting alternative sites. The author takes on the challenge of resolving this issue once and for all. The author starts by analyzing the available data from Chinese histories, including the Records of the Grand Historian and the History of the Song Dynasty.

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