Siberia: absolute exoticism
By Cédric Gras
Literature does not cover the world equally.
Certain regions of the globe are constantly in the spotlight while others remain neglected by the authors.
Russia and particularly Siberia are doing well despite a terrible reputation.
Doubtless the books which evoke them present the advantage of a trip by proxy in territories that one hesitates to elect for his holidays.
And despite everything, we would like to know.
Definition of the fascination in short than to fear while secretly dreaming.
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