Bøger af Francis Brewster Reeves

In this book, the author discusses his mission to Russia during the famine of 1891-1892 and provides data that sheds light on Russia as it existed at the turn of the 20th century. He examines its political and economic systems, the condition of its peasantry, and other key aspects of life in the country. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone who wishes to gain a deeper understanding of Russia's history and culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""Russia Then And Now, 1892-1917"" is a historical account written by Francis Brewster Reeves, detailing his mission to Russia during the famine of 1891-1892. The book provides a comprehensive description of the social and economic conditions in Russia during that period, with a special focus on the famine and the efforts made to alleviate it. The author discusses his interactions with the Russian people, including peasants, government officials, and members of the nobility. He also provides data and statistics on various aspects of Russian life, such as agriculture, industry, and education. In addition to describing Russia of the past, the book also offers insights into the country's future. Reeves discusses the political and social changes that were taking place in Russia at the time, including the rise of revolutionary movements and the growing discontent with the ruling class. Overall, ""Russia Then And Now, 1892-1917"" is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on Russia during a pivotal period in its history. It offers a wealth of information on the country's past and present, and sheds light on the factors that would eventually lead to the Russian Revolution of 1917.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.