The Frigate Pallada

Interesting Facts

• The book is a travelogue based on the author's round-the-world journey on the frigate Pallada from 1852 to 1855.
• The work describes not only maritime adventures but also ethnographic observations, cultural and social aspects of the countries visited by the author.
• Goncharov pays significant attention to Japan, which at the time was a closed country to foreigners, and describes his impressions of encountering Japanese culture.
• The book includes detailed descriptions of the nature, architecture, and daily life of various peoples, making it a valuable source of information about life in the mid-19th century.
• The author uses lively and vivid language, making the reading engaging and allowing the reader to feel like a participant in the journey.