Among the Russians

Thubron, Colin

ISBN 10 : 0140080252 ISBN 13 : 9780140080254

Editeur : Penguin Books Ltd, 1985

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A propos du livre

Revue de presse :

"The Soviet Union is seen through a glass brightly... What makes the book so readable is Thubron's combination of an artist's aesthetic sensitivity with the literary craftsmanship to convey it. He sees things with the freshness of an innocent and the erudition of a scholar" (Daily Telegraph)

"Superb... one of the best books on Russia to appear in years" (New York Times)

"Travel writing has never been more provocative, profound or poetic" (Time Out)

"The Thubron approach to travelling has an integrity that belongs to another age. And this author's way with words gives his books a value far transcending their topical interest; it is safe to predict they will be read a century hence" (Irish Times)

"The perfect guide to one of the world’s most enigmatic cultures" (Christie Hickman Sunday Express)

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Here 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.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Penguin Books Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1985
• ISBN 10: 0140080252
• ISBN 13: 9780140080254
• Reliure: Livre broché
• Nombre de pages: 211