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Orlando Figes, the acclaimed author of The Whisperers, presents Natasha's Dance: A Cultural History of Russia, a mesmerising exploration of Russia's rich cultural tapestry. This masterful work delves into the lives of those who have shaped the nation's artistic landscape and captures the indomitable spirit of its people.
Figes, a distinguished professor of history at Birkbeck College, University of London, weaves a spellbinding narrative that has garnered widespread acclaim. Critics have hailed it as a literary tour de force, praising its vivid storytelling and comprehensive scope. The Financial Times lauds Figes as "the great storyteller of modern Russian historians", whilst the Guardian declares the book "magnificent" and Figes "at his exciting best".
Drawing its title from a poignant scene in Tolstoy's War and Peace, Natasha's Dance offers readers a thrilling journey through Russia's cultural evolution. From serf harems to dynasties, politburos to libertines, Figes masterfully orchestrates a vast cast of characters, including filmmakers, novelists, composers, poets, tsars, and tyrants.
This captivating chronicle has been described as "wonderfully rich" by Antony Beevor and "awe-inspiring" by the Mail on Sunday. The Independent on Sunday proclaims it "one of those books that, at times, makes you wonder how you have so far managed to do without it". Prepare to be enthralled by this dazzling cultural odyssey that brings Russia's artistic heritage to life in vivid detail.
Book ISBN: | 9780140297966 |
Book Author: | Orlando Figes |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 128 x 33 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2003-09-04 |
Book Pagination: | 768 pages |
Book Weight: | 552g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’