The White Sea Peninsula

The White Sea Peninsula: A Journey In Russian Lapland And Karelia is a travelogue written by Edward Rae and first published in 1881. The book chronicles Rae's journey through the remote and rugged landscapes of northern Russia, including the Lapland and Karelia regions.Rae describes the people, culture, and natural beauty of these areas, offering vivid depictions of the harsh climate, the unique flora and fauna, and the traditional way of life of the local inhabitants. He also shares his encounters with the nomadic Sami people, who have lived in the region for centuries and still maintain their traditional way of life.The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a part of the world that was largely unknown to Western audiences at the time of its publication. Rae's writing is both informative and engaging, and his descriptions of the landscape and people are vivid and evocative.Overall, The White Sea Peninsula: A Journey In Russian Lapland And Karelia is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, Russian history and culture, or the natural world. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.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.