Vladimir Obruchev

Russian geologist and writer (1863–1956) Vladimir Obruchev1886 photoBornVladimir Afanasyevich Obruchev(1863-10-10)October 10, 1863Rzhev, Tver Governorate, Russian EmpireDiedJune 19, 1956(1956-06-19) (aged 92)Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet UnionOccupationsGeologist, novelistWriting careerGenreScience fictionNotable worksPlutonia (novel), Sannikov's Land, In the Wilds of Central Asia Signature Vladimir Afanasyevich Obruchev (Russian: Влади́мир Афана́сьевич О́бручев; October 10 [O.S. September 28] 1863 – June 19, 1956) was a Russian and Soviet geologist who specialized in the study of Siberia and Central Asia. He was also one of the first Russian science fiction authors. Scientific research Vladimir Obruchev graduated from the Petersburg Mining Institute in 1886. His early work involved the study of gold-mining, which led him to come up with a theory explaining the origin of gold deposits in Siberia. He also gave advice on construction of the Central Asian and Trans-Siberian Railways and consulted Sven Hedin on his projected journey to Siberia. While working for the railway, Obruchev explored the Karakum Desert, the shores of the Amu Darya River, and the