Notes Upon Russia: Being A Translation Of The Earliest Account Of That Country, Entitled Rerum Mosco

Notes Upon Russia presents an English translation of Sigmund von Herberstein's "Rerum Moscoviticarum Commentarii," the earliest detailed account of Russia available to Western Europe. Written in the 16th century, this work offers invaluable insights into the geography, customs, politics, and society of Muscovy during a pivotal period of its history. Herberstein's observations, based on his diplomatic missions to the Russian court, provide a firsthand perspective on the reign of Vasily III and the emerging Russian state.

This edition, edited by Richard Henry Major, makes Herberstein's important work accessible to a wider audience. It remains a crucial resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Russia and its early interactions with the West. Discover the world of 16th-century Russia through the eyes of a keen observer.

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