Publisher's Synopsis
""Travels in the Crimea: A History of the Embassy from Petersburg to Constantinople, in 1793"" is a historical travelogue written by an anonymous Secretary to the Russian Embassy. The book documents the embassy's journey from St. Petersburg to Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in 1793, during the reign of Catherine the Great. The embassy's purpose was to negotiate a treaty with the Ottoman Empire and to explore the Crimean Peninsula, which was then a part of the Ottoman Empire.The book provides a detailed account of the embassy's travels, including descriptions of the people, places, and customs encountered along the way. The author also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the relationship between Russia and the Ottoman Empire.The book is divided into several sections, each detailing a different aspect of the embassy's journey. These sections include descriptions of the embassy's departure from St. Petersburg, their journey through Ukraine and the Crimea, their arrival in Constantinople, and their negotiations with the Ottoman Empire.Overall, ""Travels in the Crimea"" is a fascinating account of a diplomatic mission during a pivotal moment in European history. It provides a unique perspective on the relationship between Russia and the Ottoman Empire, as well as a glimpse into the cultural and social landscape of the time.Including Their Journey Through Krementschuck, Oczakow, Walachia, And Moldavia, With Their Reception At The Court Of Selim The Third.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.
