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St. Petersburg And Moscow V1-V2: A Visit To The Court Of The Czar (1846)

St. Petersburg And Moscow V1-V2: A Visit To The Court Of The Czar (1846)

Bourke, Richard Southwell

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Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGerman History

ISBN10: 1164952730
ISBN13: 9781164952732
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 570
Weight: 1.66
Height: 1.16 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
St. Petersburg and Moscow V1-V2: A Visit to the Court of the Czar is a two-volume travelogue written by Richard Southwell Bourke in 1846. The book provides a detailed account of the author's journey through Russia, specifically the cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow, during the reign of Czar Nicholas I. Volume one of the book covers Bourke's travels in St. Petersburg, where he describes the city's architecture, culture, and society. He also provides a detailed account of his interactions with the Russian aristocracy and the royal court. The volume includes descriptions of the Winter Palace, the Hermitage Museum, and other notable landmarks in the city.Volume two of the book covers Bourke's travels in Moscow, where he continues to describe the city's architecture, culture, and society. He provides a detailed account of his interactions with the Russian aristocracy and the royal court, including his visit to the Kremlin and his attendance at a ball hosted by the Czar. Throughout the book, Bourke provides insights into Russian history and culture, as well as his observations on the political and social climate of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Russia, particularly during the reign of Czar Nicholas I.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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