{"title":"Eugene Yelchin","description":"\u003cp\u003eEugene Yelchin is a celebrated author and illustrator known for his engaging children's books that often blend humour with historical themes. Born in Russia, Yelchin brings a unique perspective to his storytelling, drawing on his personal experiences growing up during the Cold War. His narratives often feature young protagonists navigating complex worlds, making his stories both relatable and educational for young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Genius Under the Table\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a heartfelt and humorous glimpse into his childhood in a Soviet Union communal apartment. Through Yelchin's evocative writing and illustrations, children are introduced to tales that broaden their understanding of diverse cultures and history, all while enjoying enchanting stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Eugene Yelchin's collection to discover whimsical tales that not only captivate young minds but also introduce them to significant historical contexts with warmth and wit. Perfect for young readers with a curiosity about the world and an imagination ready to be inspired.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-genius-under-the-table-by-eugene-yelchin-9781536215526","title":"The Genius Under the Table","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a masterful mix of comic timing and disarming poignancy, Newbery Honoree Eugene Yelchin offers a memoir of growing up in Cold War Russia.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrama, family secrets, and a KGB spy in his own kitchen! How will Yevgeny ever fulfil his parents’ dream that he become a national hero when he doesn’t even have his own room? He’s not a star athlete or a legendary ballet dancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tiny apartment he shares with his Baryshnikov-obsessed mother, poetry-loving father, continually outraged grandmother, and safely talented brother, all Yevgeny has is his little pencil, the underside of a massive table, and the doodles that could change everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith equal amounts of charm and solemnity, award-winning author and artist Eugene Yelchin recounts in hilarious detail his childhood in Cold War Russia as a young boy desperate to understand his place in his family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46510812758252,"sku":"9781536215526","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26405403482734.jpg?v=1748806283"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/eugene-yelchin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}