Memoirs of a Captivity in Japan V3: During the Years 1811-1813 (1824) is a book written by Vasilii Mikhailovich Golovnin. It is a first-hand account of his experience as a captive in Japan during the early 19th century. The book is the third volume in a series of memoirs and covers the period of Golovnin's captivity from 1811 to 1813. Golovnin was a Russian naval officer who was captured by the Japanese while on a diplomatic mission to Hokkaido. He was held captive for two years before being released and returning to Russia ...
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Memoirs of a Captivity in Japan V3: During the Years 1811-1813 (1824) is a book written by Vasilii Mikhailovich Golovnin. It is a first-hand account of his experience as a captive in Japan during the early 19th century. The book is the third volume in a series of memoirs and covers the period of Golovnin's captivity from 1811 to 1813. Golovnin was a Russian naval officer who was captured by the Japanese while on a diplomatic mission to Hokkaido. He was held captive for two years before being released and returning to Russia. The book provides a detailed account of his time in Japan, including his interactions with the Japanese authorities and his experiences of Japanese culture and society. The book is considered an important historical document as it provides insight into Japan's isolationist policy during this period and the attitudes of the Japanese towards foreigners. It also sheds light on the relationship between Russia and Japan during the early 19th century. Overall, Memoirs of a Captivity in Japan V3: During the Years 1811-1813 (1824) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Japanese history, Russian history, or the history of international relations.In Three Volumes. With Observations On The Country And The People By Captain Golownin, Of The Russian Navy.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.
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