Ball of Snow, The

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Set in Dagestan in the middle of the Caucasian War, "The Ball of Snow" follows the story of Iskander as he is tasked with an impossible mission to achieve for the well-being of Derbent. Fighting with brigands and dilemmas, Iskander shows the complexity of an unbending Caucasus where tradition is rich, echoing vividly in the minds of the modern-day reader. This new edition of "The Ball of Snow" is witty and humourous, reflecting the unique style that contains all the talent of Alexandre Dumas.