Vassili Verestchagin, Painter, Soldier, Traveler V1: Autobiographical Sketches (1887)

Vassili Verestchagin, Painter, Soldier, Traveler V1: Autobiographical Sketches (1887) is a book written by Vassili Verestchagin, a Russian painter, soldier, and traveler. The book is a collection of Verestchagin's autobiographical sketches, detailing his life and experiences as an artist, soldier, and traveler. Verestchagin's sketches provide a unique perspective on the world, as he traveled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and witnessed firsthand many of the major events of his time, including wars, revolutions, and social upheavals. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Verestchagin's life, including his childhood, his military service, and his travels. Throughout the book, Verestchagin provides vivid descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the events he witnessed, giving readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most remarkable artists of the 19th century. Overall, Vassili Verestchagin, Painter, Soldier, Traveler V1: Autobiographical Sketches is a must-read for anyone interested in art, history, or travel.In Two Volumes.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.