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As Russian forces advanced into Ukraine, countless lives were irrevocably altered. Amidst the throngs of displaced individuals fleeing the conflict, a Scottish journalist found herself thrust into the heart of the crisis. Jen Stout, having hastily departed Moscow, arrived at a Romanian border crossing, where she embarked on a mission to chronicle the human toll of Russia's aggression.
Stout's gripping, first-hand accounts brought the stark realities of war to Scottish readers, as she ventured across Ukraine's front lines and urban centres. Her narratives, brimming with empathy and insight, paint a vivid picture of life amidst conflict: from nocturnal railway journeys and birthday celebrations to military infirmaries and subterranean shelters. Throughout her reporting, Stout endeavours to unravel the complex tapestry of identity, history, aspirations, and trepidations that underpin this European war.
Night Train to Odesa commences in Russia before shifting its focus to the individuals, relationships, and personal stories unfolding in Ukraine. This compelling account follows a young female correspondent operating without institutional support or security measures. Its accessible language and themes render it an engaging read for a broad audience.
Lauded as a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and recipient of the Saltire Society First Book of the Year Award, this remarkable work offers an unparalleled glimpse into the human dimension of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Book ISBN: | 9781846976940 |
Book Author: | Jen Stout |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited |
Book Publisher: | Birlinn General |
Book Dimensions: | 196 x 129 x 26 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2025-02-06 |
Book Pagination: | 288 pages, 8pp b/w plates |
Book Weight: | 278g |
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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.’