Publisher's Synopsis
As The Hague Ordains is a journal written by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore, detailing her experiences as the wife of a Russian prisoner in Japan in 1907. The book provides a unique perspective on the Russo-Japanese War and the treatment of prisoners during that time. Scidmore's journal entries are raw and emotional, capturing the struggles she faced as a foreigner in a foreign land, trying to navigate the complex legal system and secure her husband's release. The book also sheds light on the political climate of the time, as Scidmore discusses the international efforts to ensure fair treatment of prisoners of war. Overall, As The Hague Ordains is a fascinating historical account that offers insight into the human cost of war and the power of diplomacy.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.
