Le Tour du Monde; Les Yakoutes by Various

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Author Various
Editor Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890
Title Le Tour du Monde; Les Yakoutes
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2. sem. 1860
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Summary "Le Tour du Monde; Les Yakoutes" by Various is a collection of travel accounts written in the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the experiences of travelers exploring the Yakut region in Siberia, aiming to provide insight into the culture, landscape, and people known as the Yakoutes. The opening of the book provides a glimpse into the life of the narrator, Ouvarovski, who recounts his early memories of Djigansk, a small settlement where he was born. He describes the harsh environment and hardships faced by inhabitants, including encounters with brigands and the stark realities of survival in such a remote location. Through vivid descriptions, the text paints a picture of the harsh Siberian landscape, local customs, and the narrator's adventures and struggles that shaped his upbringing among the Yakoutes, setting the stage for a more in-depth exploration of this unique cultural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Subject Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Subject Travelers -- Periodicals
Category Text
EBook-No. 23047
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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