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

by William Benton Whisenhunt, Pavel P. Svin'in, Marina Swoboda

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."

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0773534148
• ISBN13: 9780773534148
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.0"