The White Sea Peninsula

The White Sea Peninsula: A Journey in Russian Lapland and Karelia is a travelogue written by Edward Rae in 1881. The book describes Rae's journey through the remote and sparsely populated regions of Lapland and Karelia, located in the far north of Russia. Rae provides a detailed account of the landscape, climate, and culture of the region, as well as the customs and traditions of the indigenous Sami people. He also explores the history of the area, including the impact of Russian colonization and the influence of the Orthodox Church. The book includes numerous illustrations and maps, as well as Rae's personal reflections on his experiences. Overall, The White Sea Peninsula offers a fascinating glimpse into a little-known corner of the world and provides valuable insights into the history and culture of northern Russia.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.