Marquis de Custine
Letters from Russia (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141394510
- author:
- Marquis de Custine
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 1.9 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Countries & Regions
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Marquis de Custine's account of his journey to Russia in 1839 offers a unique perspective on a country under oppressive rule. His experiences, which began with encouragement from Balzac, resulted in a book that is both a personal travelogue and a commentary on the nature of government and society.
Rich in anecdotal detail, de Custine's writing covers not only the inner workings of the Tsar's court but also the everyday lives of those living in Russia during this period. His observations span the grandeur of the Kremlin to the landscapes of northern Russia, providing a vivid picture of 19th-century Russia.
This book is an important work for anyone interested in understanding the history and society of Russia under the Tsars, making it a valuable addition to discussions on government and social structures during this time period.
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