| Skaz: Masters of Russian Storytelling (A Dual-Language Anthology) Contributor(s): Jones, Danielle (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0981269540 ISBN-13: 9780981269542 Publisher: Translit Publishing OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback Published: November 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Fiction |
| Physical Information: 0.93" H x 5" W x 8" (0.99 lbs) 416 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Skaz - from the Russian skazat, "to tell" - is a unique narrative form with prominent oral, storytelling qualities. Standing in sharp contrast to well-known monumental works of Russian fiction, skaz nevertheless allows creative, insightful explorations of countless settings and topics ranging from irreverent to tragic, from quotidian to magical. This dual-language anthology, which includes stories by Babel, Chekhov, Dostoyevsky, Tolstoy, Zoschchenko, and many other skaz masters, incorporates the Russian text side-by-side with the English translation. Ideal for students of Russian and heritage speakers, this volume represents a snapshot of the evolution of skaz throughout the Tsarist and Soviet eras, and promises a captivating read to any admirer of Russian culture, literature, or history. Includes introduction, author biographical sketches, annotations, and discussion questions. |