Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia - With a Narrative of a Residence in China (Paperback)

An Irish-born adventurer in Russian service, Peter Dobell (1772 1852) embarked in 1812 on a long journey from Kamchatka across Siberia to Tomsk. This two-volume work, first published in 1830, contains a detailed and idiosyncratic account of his journey, painting an affectionate picture of the region and its people. The narrative includes ethnographic observations, descriptions of nights spent with local families, notes on the wildlife encountered, and discussion of the problems caused by the weather. Dobell also lived in China for many years, and his remarks on the experience are incorporated into the work. He gives opinionated observations on topics such as Chinese society, traditions, trade and medicine. Again, this narrative reflects Dobell's instinctive curiosity and enthusiasm. Volume 1 covers the first half of the journey, starting in Kamchatka and ending in Yakutsk."

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia 2 Volume Set, Volume 1
Release date:	March 2014
First published:	February 2014
Authors:	Peter Dobell
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	370
ISBN-13:	978-1-108-07085-0
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > World history > 1750 to 1900 Books > Humanities > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Travel & holiday > Travel writing > Expeditions Books > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General Books > History > World history > 1750 to 1900 Books > Travel > Travel writing > Expeditions
LSN:	1-108-07085-X
Barcode:	9781108070850

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