Panoramic history of Russian culture - making it fresh, intimate and immediate. 18,000 copies sold in hardback to date. Written beautifully, with striking wit, joie de vivre and learning worn lightly...this superb, flamboyant and masterful tour d'horizon is fun, anecdotal and fascinating, colourful and playful }Financial Times{ A history of Russia's mighty culture. It covers the lives of those who have shaped its culture, and the enduring spirit of a people.
