The substance of the author travel and exploration in the 1850’s on the frontiers of Russia and China that included Siberia, the river Amur, and the Lakes Balkash and baikal: then known as the Krighis steppes. This was the time when Russia was extending its borders and trade and became a looming presence in Central Asia. In this journey of discovery, and wandering the author, a very astute and capable observer notes all that he saw and heard. He was also ...
