Russia in 1916

"Russia in 1916" by Stephen Graham is a captivating journey through a Russia embroiled in the throes of World War I, as witnessed by the author in 1916. It chronicles Graham's voyage across treacherous wartime landscapes, beginning in Newcastle, proceeding through Bergen, Norway, and culminating in Ekaterina, Russia, where he encounters delays and navigates anxieties fueled by fears of German naval operations. Along the way providing keen observations of Russian customs and society and vividly painting a somber yet enriching backdrop of northern Norway and its people, including encounters with locals such as fishermen, soldiers, and fellow travelers who foreshadow the depth his later observations concerning Russian life. With a narrative urgency, the author aims to convey the realities faced by the Russian populace, bridging understanding between them and their counterparts amidst the global conflict.