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100	1		_aHeywood, Robert, _d1786-1868
245	1	2	_aA Journey in Russia in 1858
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-11-30
508			_aProduced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520			_a"A Journey in Russia in 1858" by Robert Heywood is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. This book details the author’s travels through Russia, specifically visiting St. Petersburg and Moscow, and provides insight into the cultural, social, and political aspects of Russian life during that time period. The narrative is not only a travelogue but also serves as an informative exploration of the sights and customs of the cities, making it valuable for readers interested in history and the specific era of tsarist Russia. In this engaging narrative, Heywood recounts his journey to Russia, beginning with his arrival in St. Petersburg by steamer. He describes the city's grandeur, noting its canals, architecture, and the prevalence of pigeon-flock-filled streets, along with the social conditions of its inhabitants, including the serfs. Throughout the book, Heywood shares vivid descriptions of attractions such as the Winter Palace, the magnificent churches, and the Kremlin in Moscow, where he explores the rich history and opulence of the Russian nobility. He contrasts the beauty of the cities with the harsh realities faced by the serfs and offers reflections on his experiences, showcasing both admiration and critique of the sociopolitical structures of Russia during the time of his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aRussia -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27366
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