From the reign of the Tsars in the early 19th century to the collapse of the Soviet Union and beyond, the short story has long occupied a central place in Russian culture. Included are pieces from many of the acknowledged masters of Russian literature - including Pushkin, Turgenev, Dostoyevsky, Tols[...]

The American artist Edward Hopper was a popular portrayer of atmospheric modern life. This fantastic calendar offers 12 of his glorious works of art; from the moody and pensive feeling of one of his most famous artworks Nighthawks, to the jagged rocks of Shoshone Cliffs.[...]

"The Road "brings together short stories, journalism, essays, and letters by Vasily Grossman, the author of "Life and Fate, " providing new insight into the life and work of this extraordinary writer. The stories range from Grossman's first success, "In the Town of Berdichev," a piercing reckoning w[...]