Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia: With a Narrative of a Residence in China
Author:   Peter Dobell
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Volume:   Volume 1
ISBN:  

9781108070850


Pages:   370
Publication Date:   20 March 2014
Format:   Paperback
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Travels in Kamtchatka and Siberia: With a Narrative of a Residence in China


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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.

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Author:   Peter Dobell
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Volume:   Volume 1
Dimensions:   Width: 14.00cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.470kg
ISBN:  

9781108070850


ISBN 10:   110807085
Pages:   370
Publication Date:   20 March 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Preface; 1. Author's arrival at Kamtchatka; 2. Author's reception at Nijna Kamtchatsk; 3. The author's second departure from St Peter and St Paul; 4. An excursion on snow-shoes; 5. Journey continued from Timlatee; 6. Prince Zachar's advice as to the route; 7. Toyune of Kammina; 8. Route continued from Igiga; 9. Situation of Yamsk; 10. Continuation of the journey; 11. Prosecution of the journey; 12. Kind attentions experienced by the author at Ochotsk; 13. Course of the party along the river Okkatchan.

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