Explore the latest books of this year!
Bookbot

Simon Franklin

    Simon Franklin is Professor of Slavonic Studies at the University of Cambridge, UK, and a Fellow of Clare College. His work delves deeply into Russian history and culture, exploring its rich complexities. Franklin's academic contributions are recognized for their significant achievements in the field.

    The Emergence of Rus 750-1200
    The Master and Margarita
    The Russian Graphosphere, 1450-1850
    • This book explores a new approach to the study of writing, through the concept of the 'graphosphere'. It presents a comprehensive interpretative guide to forms of writing in Russia across four centuries, and a test case for comparative study of graphospheres elsewhere.

      The Russian Graphosphere, 1450-1850
    • The Master and Margarita

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.4(14872)Add rating

      A new translation of Bulgakov's novel which also includes a commentary and afterword that provide new insights into the subtext of the novel.

      The Master and Margarita
    • The Emergence of Rus 750-1200

      • 472 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      Focusing on the development of a political, economic, and social nexus among the diverse inhabitants between the Carpathians and Urals, this volume reveals the historical roots of modern Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The authors delve into life in Rus, highlighting the rise of Kiev as a political center, the advent of Christianity, and regional prosperity amidst shifting power dynamics. Despite its fractured and tumultuous nature, the narrative showcases a story of growth and achievement, offering a comprehensive synthesis of post-Soviet historiography.

      The Emergence of Rus 750-1200