Reindeer, Dogs and Snowshoes: A Journal of Siberian Travel and Explorations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162807652)

Reindeer, Dogs and Snowshoes: A Journal of Siberian Travel and Explorations is a book written by Richard J. Bush that chronicles his journey through the vast and rugged Siberian wilderness. The book is a personal journal that records his experiences, observations, and reflections on the people, culture, and natural environment of this remote region.The book begins with Bush's arrival in Siberia and his initial encounters with the indigenous people, the Evenki. He describes their way of life, their customs, and their struggles to maintain their traditional lifestyle in the face of modernization.As he travels deeper into the wilderness, Bush relies on the traditional modes of transportation used by the Evenki - reindeer, dogs, and snowshoes - to navigate the harsh terrain. He encounters a variety of wildlife, including bears, wolves, and moose, and learns about the delicate balance between humans and nature in this remote corner of the world.Throughout the book, Bush reflects on his own journey of self-discovery, as he confronts the challenges of living in a foreign and often hostile environment. His writing is honest and introspective, and he shares his thoughts on everything from the beauty of the landscape to the difficulties of communication with the locals.Overall, Reindeer, Dogs and Snowshoes is a fascinating and engaging account of one man's journey through the Siberian wilderness. It offers a unique perspective on a region that is often overlooked by travelers and provides insight into the lives of the people who call it home.1871. The object of Bush�������s travels, in connection with others, was to make preliminary surveys for the proposed route of the Russo-American telegraph line. The author intended to convey an idea of what he saw, heard, and endured during his sojourn of nearly three years in these cold, desolate, and unwritten, yet interesting regions, large portions of which had never before been visited by white men. It has not been his aim to produce a volume valuable in a scientific point of view; but if, through this means, he contributes any thing to the small budget of knowledge already secured concerning those countries visited by him, or if, after a perusal of this journal, the reader shall feel compensated for the time consumed in reading it, its object will have been fully attained. With illustrations.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.

Author: Richard J. Bush
ISBN-10: 1162807652
ISBN-13: 9781162807652
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 532
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.07d