45 results for 'Alpers, Svetlana'

Svetlana Stalin's life was forever entwined with that of her father, Josef Stalin. Born into privilege within the Soviet Union, she grew up sheltered from the brutal realities of Russia under his...

Svetlana Alliluyeva's memoir is a candid and surprising account of growing up in the shadow of her father, Joseph Stalin. Written in 1963, the book is a series of letters to a friend, offering a...

The Books that Shaped Art History provides an invaluable roadmap of the field by reassessing the impact of several key works. This comprehensive book brings together sixteen incisive chapters, each...

The Future of Nostalgia by Svetlana Boym In this thought-provoking exploration, Svetlana Boym delves into the complex spaces of collective nostalgia, where personal identity and national biography...

The Unwomanly Face of War by Svetlana Alexievich tells the story of the women who fought in the Second World War, whose experiences have been largely absent from official narratives. Through the...

Voices from Chernobyl is a powerful and personal account of the worst nuclear reactor accident in history, as told by the 2015 Nobel Prize in Literature winner Svetlana Alexievich.On April 26, 1986,...

The Art of Describing: Dutch Art in the Seventeenth Century by Svetlana Alpers explores the fundamental differences between Italian Renaissance art and that of the Dutch masters. Alpers argues that...

Walker Evans: A Photographer's Vision. Renowned art historian Svetlana Alpers explores the creative approach of celebrated photographer Walker Evans, delving into his distinctive photographs and...

Berrybrook Middle School Box SetExperience the everyday lives of the students at Berrybrook Middle School, where friendships and crushes are just a part of growing up. This all-in-one box set...

Alpert & Friends by LaNesha Tabb is a humorous and engaging story about change and friendship. In this sequel to Alpert's adventures, he learns about characters and how they interact with the world...

In 1917 Petrograd, Princess Svetlana Dalsky flees her homeland amidst the violent Russian Revolution. With her mother and sister in tow, she hopes to find safety in Paris, but the city is gripped by...

Autistic young people's relationships with technology are often misunderstood. In this groundbreaking ethnography, Meryl Alper explores their everyday tech use, revealing that it is not fundamentally...

Malpertuis is a masterful puzzle box of a novel that redefines the haunted-house tradition. Written by Jean Ray, this 1943 French original has stood the test of time, remaining as inventive and...

Alpert loves blank sheets of white paper, or "snowstorms" as he calls them. He's living his best life, flying around in these snowy scenes until one day, a line shows up on the page. A magic line...

Alpert Finds a Problem (and a Solution!) by Lanesha Tabb is a thought-provoking story about the power of stories. Alpert, an expert on all things related to stories, books, and characters, discovers...

Ilana Halperin Felt Events by Catriona McAra explores the multifaceted conceptual practice of artist Ilana Halperin. Since the late 1990s, Halperin has worked through the aesthetics of geology,...

Celtic Myth in the 21st Century explores the rich and diverse world of Celtic mythology through twelve expert chapters. This innovative book delves into the latest research, uncovering new insights...

The Templar Mission to Oak Island and Beyond: Search for Ancient SecretsA 12th century Templar manuscript recovered from a medieval Italian church reveals two of history's great mysteries: the fate...

The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels True-crime author Amanda Bailey knows the notorious Alperton Angels cult all too well. Nearly two decades ago, the Angels attempted to sacrifice a baby they...

Shattered worlds and broken hearts collide in this poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption. Svetlana's life is forever changed when her world shatters, leaving her with scars that refuse to heal...

Chess Miniatures: 50 Decisive Games to Improve Your Play Alper Efe Ataman presents 50 instructive chess miniatures from throughout history, showcasing brilliant tactics and attacks. These games, won...

Last Witnesses Unchildlike Stories by Svetlana AlexievichA collection of extraordinary stories about growing up in the Soviet Union during World War II, from those who survived as children and lived...

The Weirn Books, Vol. 1: Be Wary of the Silent WoodsAilis and Na'ya are ordinary students in the Night Realm, but when a mysterious shadow looms over their school and a classmate becomes strange,...

Secondhand Time: The Last of the SovietsA symphonic oral history of the disintegration of the Soviet Union and the emergence of a new Russia, as recorded by Nobel Prize-winning author Svetlana...

Fat Cat Art brings together internet memes and classical art in a unique and humorous way. Svetlana Petrova's paintings feature her ginger-colored cat, Zarathustra, superimposed onto famous artworks...

The Dyatlov Pass Post Mortem by Svetlana Oss is a comprehensive collection of autopsy reports from the members of the ill-fated group. Translated into English, this volume provides a detailed...

Dakota Stevens is a modern New York private eye with a unique blend of skills and experience. He combines wit and grit with the sleuthing abilities of Sherlock Holmes to solve complex cases. When an...

Secondhand Time: The Last of the Soviets is a powerful oral history that brings together dozens of voices to chart the decline of Soviet culture and speculate on the rise from the ashes of Communism...

Russian Stories brings together two centuries of short fiction from twenty-five major Russian writers. This beautifully presented collection includes works by Pushkin, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy,...

The Night Watch follows Anton, an Other with supernatural powers, as he patrols Moscow's streets and metro to protect ordinary people from vampires and magicians. His duties are complicated when he...

The Rival Robbers of Riva is a gripping mystery that follows Kim as she navigates a complex web of clues and deception. When her friend Svetlana finds herself in trouble, Kim must use her exceptional...

Supporting Birth Parents Whose Children Have Been Adopted by Joanne Alper provides a unique insight into the experiences of birth parents and those working with them. Drawing on contributions from...

Integral Aikido: The Science, Art and Spirit of Nihon Goshin Aikido is a comprehensive guide to this unique martial art. Developed from scientific principles, Nihon Goshin Aikido (NGA) combines...

Discover fine cheese and savour life. This comprehensive guide is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and wants to deepen their understanding and enjoyment of it. Svetlana Kukharchuk shares expert...

Marina Abramovic: A Career-Spanning Survey This comprehensive publication brings together expert voices to explore the work of Marina Abramovic, a pioneer of performance art. In collaboration with...

A Guide to Essay Writing in Russian by Stephen Le Fleming and Svetlana Le Fleming provides comprehensive guidance for students of Russian at A Level and beyond. This practical textbook covers the...

Annie Valentine is back in this latest installment of her story. As Annie struggles to cope with her hectic life, she finds herself torn between her marriage and her job as the nation's favourite...

The Idiot is a masterful debut novel that explores the uncertainty of life on the cusp of adulthood. Set in 1995, the story follows Selin, a young woman navigating her freshman year at Harvard, as...

The Idiot is a poignant and introspective novel about self-discovery and growth. In 1995, Selin, a young woman from Turkish immigrant parents, begins her freshman year at Harvard, navigating...

Russian Stories brings together some of the most renowned short stories from Russian literature, featuring the works of Pushkin, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Turgenev, Chekhov, Bulgakov, and Nabokov,...

Truth Street A Hillsborough Poem by David Cain The 15 April 1989 FA Cup semi-final disaster at Hillsborough Stadium remains one of the UK's most tragic sporting events, claiming 96 lives and injuring...

Create your own cosplay masterpieces with this comprehensive guide. Internationally known cosplayer Svetlana Quindt shares her expertise in creating elaborate costumes and props using easily...

Assessing Adoptive Parents, Foster Carers and Kinship Carers Improving Analysis and Understanding of Parenting Capacity by Joanne Alper and David Howe is a comprehensive guide to assessing the...

The Slavic Myths brings to life the rich and fascinating world of Slavic mythology, weaving together ancient stories with nuanced analysis to reveal their place at the heart of Slavic tradition. Noah...

The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova. In 1931, a Soviet spy named Stanislav Shumovsky boarded a luxury...