This travelogue provides a lively and engaging account of a tour through the northern countries of Europe in the late 18th century. Nathaniel William Wraxall describes his travels through Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Russia, and Prussia in a series of witty and insightful letters to his friends and family. From the splendor of the Russian court to the rugged beauty of the Scandinavian landscapes, this book provides a vivid picture of life and culture in northern Europe.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.