Au pays russe by Jules Legras

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Author Legras, Jules, 1866-1939
Title Au pays russe
Note Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Au pays russe" by Jules Legras is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the author's experiences and observations during his extensive journeys across Russia, aiming to capture the essence of the country and its people amidst social upheaval and natural hardship. The narrative is driven by the author's interactions with the Russian landscape and its inhabitants, detailing their struggles and hopes, particularly in the context of a famine that deeply affected the region. The opening of "Au pays russe" introduces the author, who reflects on his several stays in Russia and the profound impressions they have left on him. He describes his first sights of the country as he transitions from Germany into Russia, marked by a blend of unease and curiosity as he encounters the stark contrasts between the two nations. He shares vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the people, painting a picture of the Russian environment and detailing his travel methods. The early chapters also foreshadow the deeper themes of hardship, particularly as the author prepares to witness the ramifications of famine and disease firsthand, setting up a narrative that intertwines personal reflection with broader social commentary on the struggles faced by the Russian populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
Subject Russia -- Description and travel
Subject Russia -- Social life and customs
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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