Siperian samojedien keskuudessa vuosina 1911-13 ja 1914

A seasoned explorer shares the restless curiosity that drove him from childhood fantasies of the East to the frozen steppes of Siberia. Between 1911 and 1914 he trekked along the Ob, the Yenisei and the remote rivers of the north, living among the Samoyed communities that eke out a life of reindeer herding, fishing and hunting. His narrative blends vivid personal impressions with the practical challenges of travel in a land where winter night can last for weeks.

The account offers a detailed look at the peoples’ languages, rituals and social structures, drawing on the expertise of a wide network of scholars who helped him interpret the findings. Listeners will hear firsthand descriptions of shamanic ceremonies, the diversity of dialects across the tundra, and the stark beauty of the Arctic landscape. While rooted in careful observation, the story remains intimate, capturing the wonder and occasional hardship of a true frontier adventure.