A Russian Paints America: The Travels of Pavel P. Svin'in, 1811-1813

ISBN-13: 9780773534148 / Angielski / Twarda / 2008 / 230 str.

Pavel P. Svin'in;Marina Swoboda;William Benton Whisenhunt

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Pavel Svin in was a painter, diplomat, and journalist who spent two years as part of the first Russian diplomatic mission to the United States. This title presents a complete English translation of his memoir. 31 original watercolours complement his provocative views on topics such as slavery, religion, politics, and the fine arts."