Books

Immerse yourself in the brilliant storytelling of Leo Tolstoy with his greatest short stories. This captivating collection showcases the literary genius of one of the most famous Russian authors.

Russian short fiction is known for its intellectual genius and huge body of works that explore the themes of happiness, melancholy, love, and family. This anthology brings together iconic stories written by the most celebrated Russian writers.

Celebrating the magick of the natural realm, Plant Magik, delves into the symbolism, ceremony, and our ritual relationships with the botanical world.

In 2012 Joy Womack made history when she became the first American ballerina to sign a contract with the Bolshoi Ballet Theater - It was not the Onion Dome fairy tale she’d hoped for.

A culinary journey across Eastern Europe, Kapusta celebrates the humble vegetables that have shaped some of the most vibrant culinary traditions in the world.

An in-depth analisys of the communities behind the spread of unsanctioned and secretive culture behind the iron curtain.

A History of Russian Cinema is the first complete history from the beginning of film to the present day and presents an engaging narrative of both the industry and its key films in the context of Russia's social and political history.

Examining nine ‘case histories’ that reveal the origins and evolution of homophobic attitudes in modern Russia

Michael Khodarkovsky's innovative exploration of Russia's 20th century, through 100 carefully selected vignettes that span the century, offers a fascinating prism through which to view Russian history.

Contemporary Queer Plays by Russian Playwrights is the first anthology of LGBTQ-themed plays written by Russian queer authors and straight allies in the 21st century.

The 1917 Revolution sent shockwaves throughout the globe, setting a chain of events in motion that would change the entire course of the 20th century. Geoffrey Swain provides an incisive overview of one of the most turbulent periods in modern history.

For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and adults all over the world. Bilingual in English and Russian.