| 1. | Title: | Jan Potocki Russia Journal (1797-1798) | |
| Dates: | 1797 - 1798 | ||
| Extent: | 1 volume | ||
| Locations: | Moscow | ||
| Abstract: | A Polish historian and archaeologist, Jan Potocki maintained this journal during a journey to Russia (1797-1798) in search of the origins of the ancient Scythians. The usefulness of this diary will be limited to researchers who can read or translate French. However, as the Early American History Note suggests, this volume may, interest scholars researching global history, international relations, imperialism, or the U.S. in the world. | ||
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A Polish historian and archaeologist, Jan Potocki maintained this journal during a journey to Russia (1797-1798) in search of the origins of the ancient Scythians. The usefulness of this diary will be limited to researchers who can read or translate French. However, as the Early American History Note suggests, this volume may, interest scholars researching global history, international relations, imperialism, or the U.S. in the world. View Full Description in New Window | |||
| Subjects: | Diaries. | Russia--History--1613-1917. | Russia. | Scythians. | Soviet Union--Description and travel. | Travel. | ||
| Collection: | Jan Potocki, Journal of Travels in Russia, 1797-1798 (Mss.914.79.P85) | ||
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