Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia

With a Narrative of a Residence in China

By:

Peter Dobell

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia 2 Volume Set

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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.

Release date Australia

March 20th, 2014

Author

Peter Dobell

Audiences

Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Illustrations

Worked examples or Exercises

Pages

370

Series

Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia 2 Volume Set

Dimensions

140x216x21

ISBN-13

9781108070850

Product ID

22072213

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