In the mid-18th century, Carl Linnaeus—father of modern taxonomy—set out across Sweden and Lapland to study the natural world. His journals record encounters with rare plants, animals, and the customs of northern peoples. Travelsdistills these writings into a vivid portrait of exploration, blending scientific observation with cultural curiosity. This Nature Classics edition offers readers a window into the adventurous spirit of Linnaeus, whose journeys laid the groundwork for the classification of life and the enduring fascination with nature’s diversity.