Sketches on the Shores of the Caspian: Descriptive and Pictorial (1845) is a book written by William Richard Holmes. The book is a collection of sketches and descriptions of the Caspian Sea and its surrounding areas. The author provides a detailed account of the geography, climate, flora and fauna, and the people who live in the region. The book is illustrated with numerous drawings and engravings, which provide a visual representation of the places and people described in the text. The author's writing style is descriptive and vivid, providing the reader with a detailed and immersive experience of the Caspian region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geography, history, and culture of the Caspian Sea region.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.