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.
Simon Franklin Books
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.
in Bulgakov's allegorical masterpiece of Stalin's regime the devil is making a personal appearance in Moscow. He is accompanied by various demons, including a naked girl and a huge black cat. When he leaves, the asylums are full and the forces of law and order are in disarray. Only the Master, a writer and a man devoted to truth, and Margarita, the woman he loves, can resist the devil's onslaught. 'Stunning, superb...Bulgakov is one of the greatest Russian writers, perhaps the greatest' Independent 'A masterpiece - a classic of twentieth-century fiction' New York Times TRANSLATED BY MICHAEL GLENNY, INTRODUCED BY WILL SELF
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.