En U.R.S.S. De Mourmansk a Samarcande

Published in Paris in 1955 by P. Hartmann, 'En U.R.S.S. De Mourmansk à Samarcande' is a significant photographic travelogue authored by Alfred Fichelle. The work serves as a visual chronicle of the Soviet Union during the mid-20th century, capturing a vast geographical span from the Arctic port of Murmansk in the north to the historic Silk Road city of Samarkand in Central Asia. Featuring approximately 180 photographs, the book provides an intimate look at the landscapes, architecture, and daily life within the USSR during this period. The publication is presented in a softcover format (broché) and remains a notable example of French photographic documentation of Soviet territory. It offers readers a unique perspective on the cultural and physical diversity of the Soviet republics as they appeared in the post-WWII era.