"Traveling on foot through Russia, from village to village, from city to city, Graham Stephen writes insightful observations and deep reflections in his "Traveller's Sketches." This book is not only a moving sketch of a trip, but also a unique look into the world of Russian reality at the beginning of the 20th century. The author is able to see and describe every little detail, colors and aromas, people and their destinies. "Sketches of a traveler" is a real journey into the world of feelings, thoughts and discoveries that will stay with the reader long after the last page of the book."