The Borderland Of Czar And Kaiser

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Through personal observations and experiences, the author explores the cultural and political dynamics of the Russian-German borderland in the early 1890s. Poultney Bigelow, an American journalist, encounters a variety of people, including peasants and aristocrats, while discussing significant topics such as the Russo-Turkish War, the Orthodox Church's influence, and the rise of Pan-Slavism. His engaging writing, complemented by illustrations, provides a balanced view of the complexities and tensions in this historically rich region.