The Land Of The Viking And The Empire Of The Tsar

By E. Frazer Blackstock

Book Overview

The Land of the Viking and the Empire of the Tsar is a historical travelogue written by E. Frazer Blackstock and published in 1889. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through Scandinavia and Russia, where he explores the culture, history, and people of these regions.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Scandinavia and the second part on Russia. In the first part, Blackstock describes his journey through Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, where he visits various cities and landmarks, including Copenhagen, Bergen, and Stockholm. He also provides insights into the history and culture of the Scandinavian people, including their customs, traditions, and way of life.In the second part, Blackstock travels through Russia, where he visits Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other cities. He provides a detailed account of the country's history and culture, including its architecture, art, and literature. He also explores the lives of the Russian people, their customs, and their way of life.Overall, The Land of the Viking and the Empire of the Tsar is a fascinating travelogue that offers a unique insight into the history and culture of Scandinavia and Russia. It is a must-read for anyone interested in these regions or in travel writing in general.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110491543X
• ISBN13: 9781104915438
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"