In 'Due North; or, Glimpses of Scandinavia and Russia,' Maturin M. Ballou takes readers on a vivifying journey through the breath-taking vistas and cultural intricacies of northern Europe. Crafted with a penchant for detail and a wanderer's keen eye, Ballou weaves a narrative that is as educational as it is evocative. The prose, rich with historical insight and personal anecdotes, situates this wo...