ISBN10: 9521038985, ISBN13: 9789521038983, [publisher: University of Helsinki, 9] Softcover Text in English. 216 pp. In August 2006, a field trip to the extreme eastern edge of Europe, Komi Republic Russia was arranged. For two and a half weeks, forestry students from the University of Helsinki traversed primeval forests and landscapes intersected by rivers, and were simultaneously immersed in the commerce and way of life of the local people. The field trip was a testament to the intellectual, mental and physical endurance of the participants, as was the making of this publication. In it, students have written about the nature and culture of the region based on their experiences and various written sources. Additionally, these student works have been complemented by an intriguing collection of articles written by Finnish and Russian experts. This publication is intended for those interested in Komi Republic and possibly planning a trip there. Furthermore, it is a tribute to the Komi, Finno-Ugric people like Finns, and the Republic which opened the doors to a world we never thought existed. We have found the way there and we hope you will, too!
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