The Russian Shores Of The Black Sea In The Autumn Of 1852: With A Voyage Down The Volga, And A Tour Through The Country Of The Don Cossacks
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Laurence Oliphant
Binding: Hardback
Published: William Blackwood and Sons, 1853
Condition:
Book: Acceptable, ex-library
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: Boards are nearly detached with some sticker remnants and peeling cloth. Binding is cracked with light moisture staining, and pages 209–224 are almost detached, exposing the original netting. The fold‑out map is present, though it shows a few tears and carries an ex‑lib sticker. Worn but complete survivor with potential for a skilled restorer.
'The Russian Shores Of The Black Sea In The Autumn Of 1852: With A Voyage Down The Volga, And A Tour Through The Country Of The Don Cossacks presents a vivid 19th-century travelogue, chronicling an extensive journey through the lesser-known regions of Imperial Russia. This compelling account details the author's observations along the Black Sea coast, offering a unique perspective on the geopolitical landscape of the era. It further illustrates a fascinating voyage down the Volga River and an immersive tour through the distinctive culture of the Don Cossacks. The narrative captures the essence of a bygone era, providing rich insights into the geography, customs, and societies encountered during this significant expedition.'
Author: Laurence Oliphant
Binding: Hardback
Published: William Blackwood and Sons, 1853
Condition:
Book: Acceptable, ex-library
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: Boards are nearly detached with some sticker remnants and peeling cloth. Binding is cracked with light moisture staining, and pages 209–224 are almost detached, exposing the original netting. The fold‑out map is present, though it shows a few tears and carries an ex‑lib sticker. Worn but complete survivor with potential for a skilled restorer.
'The Russian Shores Of The Black Sea In The Autumn Of 1852: With A Voyage Down The Volga, And A Tour Through The Country Of The Don Cossacks presents a vivid 19th-century travelogue, chronicling an extensive journey through the lesser-known regions of Imperial Russia. This compelling account details the author's observations along the Black Sea coast, offering a unique perspective on the geopolitical landscape of the era. It further illustrates a fascinating voyage down the Volga River and an immersive tour through the distinctive culture of the Don Cossacks. The narrative captures the essence of a bygone era, providing rich insights into the geography, customs, and societies encountered during this significant expedition.'