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The Apartment: A Century of Russian History

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The Apartment: A Century of Russian History by Alexandra Litvina takes young readers on a journey through the 20th century as seen from a single Moscow apartment. The book reveals historical events through the experiences of various generations of families living there, offering insights into life in Russia against the backdrop of significant historical changes. It's an engaging way to explore history through personal stories and beautifully detailed illustrations.
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You might enjoy this captivating journey through Russian history if you're intrigued by the stories of families living through different eras. Set in one apartment over a century, it offers young readers an engaging and educational glimpse into Russia's past, blending historical events with personal stories and charming illustrations. Perfect for children curious about history and culture.

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The Apartment: A Century of Russian History

Originally published in Russia by Samokat Publishing House in 2017.

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20th-century Russian history comes to life through six generations of a family in their Moscow apartmentThe Apartment: A Century of Russian History explains the true history of 20th-century Russia through the fictitious story of a Moscow family and their apartment. The Muromtsev family have been living in the same apartment for more than a century, generation after generation. Readers are taken through different rooms and witness how each generation actually lived alongside the larger social and political changes that Russia experienced. A search-and-find element has readers looking for objects from page to page to see which items were passed down through the generations. Beautifully illustrated with minute details, this book helps readers engage with Russia's history in an all new way. The book includes a timeline, glossary, bibliography, and index.

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The Apartment: A Century of Russian History by Alexandra Litvina offers readers a visually engaging look into Russian history. Through its illustrations, the book provides a unique 'living museum' experience, allowing readers to see the impact of significant events on the everyday lives of people throughout the century.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419734038

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Illustration: Full-colour illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Anna Desnitskaya
  • Translated by Antonina Bouis

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 252.0mm

Height: 346.0mm

Weight: 800g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Alexandra Litvina studied at Moscow State University and at the Gorky Institute of World Literature in Moscow. She has written a number of history books for children. She lives in Russia.

Anna Desnitskaya is an author and illustrator who has been nominated for a number of awards, including the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, which is the world’s largest award for children’s and young adult literature. She lives in Russia.

Antonina W. Bouis is one of the leading translators of Russian literature working today and was called the best literary translator by Publishers Weekly. She lives in New York City.

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