Siberia in Europe: A Visit to the Valley of the Petchora, in North-East Russia; With Descriptions of the Natural History, Migration of Birds, Etc (Classic Reprint)

A naturalist’s travelogue through NE Russia, tracing the Petchora valley from its river delta to the tundra. With maps and illustrations, it reveals birds, migrations, and the season’s changing landscapes in vivid detail.In this edition, the author shares field notes from Alexievka and the surrounding delta, including daily life on timber rafts, camp routines, and weather that shapes the birds and their nests. You’ll read about Arctic birds like the Buffon’s skua and the Siberian chiff-chaff, as well as the habits and habitats that mark the wildlife along the coast and on the tundra.- Close observations of bird behavior, nests, and egg collection during a northern expedition- Descriptions of river life, timber rafts, and the seasonal rhythms of a remote delta- Field sketches of tundra vegetation, shorelines, and the edge of the Arctic circle- Notes on the migration patterns and distribution of northern birdsIdeal for readers of natural history travel writing, Arctic field notes, and birding in remote regions. Read more