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Among the Russians is a marvellous account of a solitary journey by car from St. Petersburg and the Baltic States south to Georgia and Armenia. A gifted writer and intrepid traveller, Thubron grapples with the complexities of Russian identity and relays his extraordinary journey in characteristically lyrical style. This is an enthralling and revealing account of the habits and idiosyncrasies of a fascinating nation, along with a sharp and insightful social commentary on Russian life.

With exclusive insider status as Nikita Khrushchev’s great grand-daughter, and an ex-pat living and reporting on Russia and the Soviet Union since 1993, Nina Khrushcheva and Jeffrey Tayler offer a poignant exploration of the largest country on Earth through their recreation of Vladimir Putin’s fabled New Year’s Eve speech planned across all 11 time zones.

Калиниград или Кёнигсберг – загадочный, окутанный туманами балтийский город на западе России. Древняя резиденция рыцарей Тевтонского ордена на протяжении всей своей долгой истории была ареной для соперничества многих держав: Речи Посполитой, Пруссии и России. В XIX веке родина Канта стала последним прибежищем Наполеона, бежавшего из России. Бурная и непростая история города, жизнь простых горожан, музыка, древние суеверия и легенды – обо всем в новой книге серии "История города на пальцах".

How much do you know about Russia? Whether you’re a citizen of the world’s largest country or are simply interested in visiting one day, listen to this fascinating audiobook as narrator Charles King talks us through over 100 amazing facts about the spiritual home of vodka, caviar and Tetris. From information about the country’s history, cities and landmarks to some of her most famous citizens, this audiobook is perfect for both real and armchair travellers alike.