Besides, I reasoned, there is in Siberia an immense field for the application of the great reforms which have been made or are coming: the workers must be few there, and I shall find a field of action to my tastes.
Kropotkin believes Siberia presents a unique opportunity for implementing reforms and finding meaningful work.
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