Buch, Englisch, 370 Seiten, Format (B × H): 140 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 521 g
Volume 1: With a Narrative of a Residence in China
Buch, Englisch, 370 Seiten, Format (B × H): 140 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 521 g
Reihe: Cambridge Library Collection - Polar Exploration
ISBN: 978-1-108-07085-0
Verlag: Cambridge University Press
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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Fachgebiete
- Sozialwissenschaften Ethnologie | Volkskunde Volkskunde Historische & Regionale Volkskunde
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtswissenschaft Allgemein Historiographie
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtswissenschaft Allgemein Historische Geographie, Landkarten & Atlanten
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtliche Themen Geschichte: Expeditionen & Entdeckungen
- Sozialwissenschaften Ethnologie | Volkskunde Volkskunde Volkskunde: Sitten, Traditionen, Mythen, Legenden
- Sozialwissenschaften Sport | Tourismus | Freizeit Tourismus & Reise Expeditions- & Reiseliteratur
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Geschichte einzelner Länder Asiatische Geschichte
Weitere Infos & Material
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.
