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Among the Russians

By Colin Thubron

Book information

Publisher
Picador
Year
1983
ISBN
9780330339506
Language
english
Format
MOBI
Filesize
678 kB (694023 bytes)
Pages
196\0
Time added
2013-05-21 10:52:02

Description

Product DescriptionHere is a fresh perspective on the last tumultuous years of the Soviet Union and an exquisitely poetic travelogue.With a keen grasp of Russia's history, a deep appreciation for its architecture and iconography, and an inexhaustible enthusiasm for its people and its culture, Colin Thubron is the perfect guide to a country most of us will never get to know firsthand. Here, we can walk down western Russia's country roads, rest in its villages, and explore some of the most engaging cities in the world. Beautifully written and infinitely insightful, Among the Russians is vivid, compelling travel writing that will also appeal to readers of history and current events—and to anyone captivated by the shape and texture of one of the world's most enigmatic culture.From the Publisher8 1.5-hour cassettes

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