An account of a six-month odyssey in Muslim Dagestan by the irrepressible Russian explorer (and great-uncle of George F.) as compiled from his diaries, letters and published accounts. Organized into three parts: his journey to the Caucasus, expedition with Prince Jorjadze and circuitous return journey to the Dagestan highlands. With an introduction by Frith Maier (who also wrote a trekking guide to Russia).  (CCS21, $30.00)