Publisher's Synopsis
""A Trip Up The Volga To The Fair Of Nijni-Novgorod"" is a travelogue written by Henry Alexander Munro-Butler-Johnstone in 1875. The book follows the author's journey up the Volga River to the famous fair of Nijni-Novgorod, which was one of the largest and most important trade fairs in Russia during the 19th century. Munro-Butler-Johnstone describes the sights and sounds of the journey, including the different towns and villages along the way, the people he meets, and the various landscapes and landmarks he encounters. He also provides detailed accounts of the fair itself, which was a bustling hub of commerce and cultural exchange, with merchants and traders from all over the world coming to buy and sell goods.Throughout the book, Munro-Butler-Johnstone provides insights into Russian culture and society, as well as his own observations and reflections on the experience of travel. The book is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of travel and trade, and offers a unique perspective on Russia in the 19th century.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.
