Worlds Apart by Alexander Levitsky

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Worlds Apart by Alexander Levitsky

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Summary

A constant thread woven throughout the history of Russian literature is that of fantasy and an escape from the bounds of realism. This anthology explores the dominant theme of Russian literature, from its origins in the provincial folk tale to its contemporary incarnation under the clouds of authoritarianism, revolution, and modernisation.

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Worlds Apart by Alexander Levitsky

Featuring examples from a wide range of folk sources and periods, a collection of Russian science fiction and fantasy tales includes pieces by such top names as Pushkin, Turgenev, and Dostoevsky and offers insight into how the genre evolved throughout times of political, social, and technological upheaval.

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Alexander Levitsky is Professor of Slavic Languages and Literature at Brown University.
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ISBN 13 9781585678198
ISBN 10 1585678198
Title Worlds Apart
Author Alexander Levitsky
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Overlook Press
Year published 2007-08-07
Number of pages 655
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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