Travels on the Shores of the Baltic; extended to Moscow.
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Title: Travels on the Shores of the Baltic; extended to Moscow. Publisher: British Library, Historical Print Editions The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC. The GENERAL HISTORICAL collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This varied collection includes material that gives readers a 19th century view of the world. Topics include health, education, economics, agriculture, environment, technology, culture, politics, labour and industry, mining, penal policy, and social order. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Hill, S. S.; 1854. 12º. 10106.f.10.
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THE THESIS
This book chronicles a 19th-century journey through the Baltic region and into Moscow. The author, S. S. Hill, provides a detailed account of his travels, offering readers a glimpse into the world as it was perceived in the mid-19th century. The narrative likely focuses on observations of culture, geography, and daily life encountered during the expedition.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Detailed observations of the Baltic shores and their inhabitants.
- An extended narrative covering a journey into Moscow.
- A 19th-century perspective on European geography and culture.
- Insights into historical travel conditions and experiences.
- Content reflecting topics such as economics, culture, and social order of the period.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This historical travelogue offers a window into 19th-century European exploration and observation. The book's value lies in its firsthand account of regions and cultures from a bygone era. It provides a historical perspective on the areas visited, likely detailing the author's experiences and reflections on the societies encountered. The content suggests a focus on descriptive observations and cultural commentary relevant to its time.
Page Count:
340
Publication Date:
2011-03-25
Publisher:
British Library, Historical Print Editions
ISBN-10:
1241495270
ISBN-13:
9781241495275
Non-Fiction
History
Travel
Europe
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