by Marquis De Custine (Author)
Condemned by the Soviets to the black list of forbidden publications, these journals of the French aristocrat who visited Russia in 1839 were first published in France in 1843. Long recognised as one of the most fascinating and revealing impressions of Russia by a foreigner, they abound in observations on the social, political and religious state and prospects of mid-nineteenth century Russia leading Custine to dire forebodings. Custine's conviction that as long as Russians remained enslaved, isolated and deceived by ambitious rulers they would remain a menace to the rest of the world, will strike a chord with all of us today.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: New
Publisher: Orion
Published: 19 Apr 2001
ISBN 10: 1842124366
ISBN 13: 9781842124369
Book Overview: New introduction by Simon Sebag Montefiore A brilliantly written and highly readable travelogue Gives invaluable insights into the causes of the Russian revolution A near-forgotten masterpiece