"The Siberian Overland Route from Peking to Petersburg" by Alexander Michie unfolds as a true story from the 1800s, chronicling the author's adventure across Mongolia and Siberia, from China to Russia. With a desire to uncover the secrets of uncharted lands, the author sets off on a journey filled with challenging environments and cultures, a stark contrast to traveling by sea. The author highlights China's changing society, especially dealing with foreign involvement and governmental control, while preparing readers for the sights, sounds, and encounters with the people and places along this historic route.
The Siberian Overland Route from Peking to Petersburg, Through the Deserts and Steppes of Mongolia, Tartary, &c.
By Alexander Michie
Experience a daring mid-19th-century expedition through unknown territories as one man journeys from China to Russia, encountering unique cultures and overcoming geographical obstacles.
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