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In Siberia: A Journey into a Hidden Land

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In Siberia

by Colin Thubron

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
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In Siberia is a travelogue by Colin Thubron that chronicles his journey through the vast and remote region of Siberia. Thubron's evocative writing and stunning photography capture the beauty and mystery of this often-overlooked part of the world.

Thubron begins his journey in Moscow, where he meets with a group of Russian scientists who are preparing for an expedition to the remote Arctic island of Wrangel Island. Thubron joins the scientists on their journey, and together they travel by ship and helicopter across the frozen Arctic Ocean.

After reaching Wrangel Island, Thubron explores the island's pristine wilderness, which is home to a variety of Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, walruses, and seals. Thubron also visits the island's abandoned Soviet research station, which provides a glimpse into the region's Cold War history.

From Wrangel Island, Thubron travels south to the Siberian city of Yakutsk, which is the coldest city in the world. Thubron visits the city's outdoor market, where he meets with local people and learns about their lives in this harsh environment. Thubron also visits the city's Museum of Mammoth, which houses the remains of a woolly mammoth that was found frozen in the Siberian permafrost.

From Yakutsk, Thubron continues his journey east to the Sea of Okhotsk. He visits the city of Magadan, which was once a major center for the Soviet Union's gulag system. Thubron visits the city's Gulag Museum, which tells the stories of the millions of people who were imprisoned in the gulags.

From Magadan, Thubron travels south to the Pacific Ocean. He visits the city of Vladivostok, which is Russia's largest port on the Pacific Ocean. Thubron explores the city's lively markets and visits the city's Golden Horn Bay, which is one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

In Siberia is a fascinating and insightful account of a journey through one of the most remote and mysterious regions on Earth. Thubron's evocative writing and stunning photography capture the beauty and mystery of this often-overlooked part of the world.

In Siberia

by Colin Thubron

4.2 out of 5