A Peculiar People

A Peculiar People: The Doukhobors is a non-fiction book written by Aylmer Maude and published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Doukhobors, a Russian religious group that faced persecution and exile from the Russian government in the late 19th century. Maude's book delves into the Doukhobors' history, beliefs, and practices, as well as their migration to Canada in the late 19th century. The author draws on his personal experiences and interactions with the Doukhobors, having lived amongst them in Canada for several years. The book also explores the Doukhobors' relationship with the Canadian government and the challenges they faced in integrating into Canadian society. Maude sheds light on the Doukhobors' pacifist beliefs, their communal lifestyle, and their unique customs such as communal meals and clothing. Overall, A Peculiar People: The Doukhobors is a fascinating and insightful account of a little-known religious group and their struggles to maintain their beliefs and traditions in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.