The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire by Thomas Wallace Knox
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"The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire" by Thomas Wallace Knox is a travel account written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows two young characters, Frank Bassett and Fred Bronson, as they embark on a journey through various regions of Russia, including explorations across Siberia, visits to historical sites, and experiences with local cultures. The text also incorporates historical context, helping readers understand the backdrop of their adventures. At the
start of the book, Frank and Fred, accompanied by Dr. Bronson, prepare for their adventure in Vienna before departing for the salt mines of Wieliczka. The opening describes their excitement, historical sights, and cultural observations, such as the significant Jewish presence in Cracow. As they travel, they delve into details about the unique features of the city, including its architecture and the local community, setting the stage for a rich exploration of the Russian Empire and highlighting their youthful curiosity and eagerness to learn. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Knox, Thomas Wallace, 1835-1896 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey in European and Asiatic Russia, with Accounts of a Tour across Siberia, Voyages on the Amoor, Volga, and Other Rivers, a Visit to Central Asia, Travels among the Exiles, and a Historical Sketch of the Empire from Its Foundation to the Present Time |
| Credits | Produced by Annie R. McGuire |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Exiles -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Rivers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Russia -- History -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60086 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60086-4 |
| Release Date | Aug 11, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5444 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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