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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the experiences and challenges faced by Russian settlers in the remote and inhospitable Alaskan wilderness. Its main subjects are the dangers and difficulties of travel, and the superstitions that have arisen and become interwoven in the Russian culture. The author presents a vivid depiction of the natural world, and paints a stark picture of the human struggle to survive in an unforgiving landscape. The book also discusses the complexities of Russian culture, and the tensions and prejudices that exist between the indigenous people of Alaska and Russian settlers. Through its intimate portrayal of human lives, this book offers a rich and insightful look at a pivotal period in Alaskan history, and encourages readers to reflect on humanity's resilience and the ways that people adapt to adverse conditions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331098423_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331098423
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331098423
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 426 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25880838/2
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