Marquis de Custine Quotes

Marquis de Custine was a French aristocrat, writer, and traveler who is best known for his travelogue “Empire of the Czar: A Journey Through Eternal Russia.” In this work, Custine provides a critical and insightful analysis of Russian society and culture during his visit in the 1830s. He also wrote other notable works such as “Letters from Russia” and “Journey for Our Time.” Custine’s writings were highly influential in shaping Western perceptions of Russia and its autocratic government. He is considered one of the most important travel writers of the 19th century.Read Less