Travels in Siberia

Travels in Siberia (2010) by Ian Frazier. In this book Frazier, smitten by "Russia-love," tells of his several visits to Russia and to Siberia in particular. Along the way, he fills us in on history, geography, industry, global economics, art and many related topics. His optimism and confidence are contagious, but they did not fill me with a desire to go to Siberia. What the book did do was to remind me of how lucky I am to live in America, and what a beautiful country we have. Although the book at times feels overlong, I finished it with a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. It's a fascinating glimpse into another culture. Grade: A