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100	1		_aBrowne, J. Ross _q(John Ross), _d1821-1875
245	1	4	_aThe Land of Thor
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-03-15
508			_aProduced by David Edwards, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
520			_a"The Land of Thor" by J. Ross Browne is a travelogue and narrative account written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's experiences as he explores various regions, starting with his impressions of St. Petersburg, and hints at broader reflections on culture and society in Russia. The author offers insightful commentary on the landscapes, architecture, and the people he encounters, presenting a vivid tapestry of his travels through the northern territories. The opening of the book introduces the reader to St. Petersburg through the eyes of a weary traveler who arrives with nothing but a knapsack and a handful of dollars. Browne intricately describes the city's vastness, its unique blend of architecture, and his sense of isolation amid its grandeur. As he wanders in search of a humble place to stay, he becomes aware of the peculiarities of Russian life, including the striking contrasts between the opulence of the city and the earnestness of its inhabitants. His observations are interspersed with humorous anecdotes, setting the stage for a broader exploration of the cultural dynamics he encounters throughout his journey in search of the 'Land of Thor.' (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEurope, Northern -- Description and travel
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28329
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