The Midnight Sun, The Tsar And The Nihilist: Adventures And Observations In Norway, Sweden And Russia (1886)

The Midnight Sun, The Tsar And The Nihilist: Adventures And Observations In Norway, Sweden And Russia is a travelogue written by James Monroe Buckley in 1886. The book is a detailed account of Buckley's travels through Norway, Sweden, and Russia, where he observed the culture, customs, and people of these countries.Buckley's journey begins in Norway, where he describes the natural beauty of the country and its people. He then moves on to Sweden, where he explores the cities of Stockholm and Gothenburg, and the countryside. Buckley provides an in-depth analysis of the Swedish culture, politics, and economy, and also discusses the country's history and traditions.The final part of the book focuses on Russia, where Buckley travels to St. Petersburg, Moscow, and other cities. Here, he provides a fascinating insight into the Tsarist regime, the political climate, and the social and economic conditions of the time. He also meets with several Nihilists, a radical political movement that opposed the Tsarist government, and provides a firsthand account of their beliefs and actions.Overall, The Midnight Sun, The Tsar And The Nihilist: Adventures And Observations In Norway, Sweden And Russia is an engaging and informative travelogue that provides a unique perspective on the culture, history, and politics of these three countries at a pivotal moment in their history.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.