A Sketch Of The Agriculture And Peasantry Of Eastern Russia (1878)

""A Sketch of the Agriculture and Peasantry of Eastern Russia"" is a book written by Henry Ling Roth in 1878. The book is a comprehensive account of the agriculture and the daily life of peasants in Eastern Russia during the 19th century. Roth, a British ethnographer, provides a detailed description of the land, climate, and crops grown in the region, as well as the social and economic conditions of the rural population. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific aspect of Eastern Russian agriculture and peasant life. Roth describes the various farming methods used in the region, including the use of horses and oxen for plowing, the cultivation of wheat, rye, and other crops, and the production of honey, wax, and other products. He also explores the role of the village commune in the lives of the peasants, as well as the customs and traditions that governed their daily lives.Throughout the book, Roth provides detailed observations and insights into the lives of the Eastern Russian peasantry, including their diet, clothing, housing, and religious practices. He also examines the impact of government policies on the lives of the peasants, including the abolition of serfdom and the introduction of new agricultural techniques.Overall, ""A Sketch of the Agriculture and Peasantry of Eastern Russia"" is an insightful and detailed account of a fascinating period in Russian history. It provides a valuable glimpse into the daily lives of the rural population of Eastern Russia during a time of significant social and economic change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.