
Skaz
Masters of Russian Storytelling (A Dual-Language Anthology)
Danielle Jones(Editor)
Translit Publishing
Published on 11. November 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
416 pages
978-0-9812695-4-2 (ISBN)
Description
Skaz - from the Russian skazat, "to tell" - is a unique narrative form with prominent oral, storytelling qualities. Standing in sharp contrast to well-known monumental works of Russian fiction, skaz nevertheless allows creative, insightful explorations of countless settings and topics ranging from irreverent to tragic, from quotidian to magical. This dual-language anthology, which includes stories by Babel, Chekhov, Dostoyevsky, Tolstoy, Zoschchenko, and many other skaz masters, incorporates the Russian text side-by-side with the English translation. Ideal for students of Russian and heritage speakers, this volume represents a snapshot of the evolution of skaz throughout the Tsarist and Soviet eras, and promises a captivating read to any admirer of Russian culture, literature, or history. Includes introduction, author biographical sketches, annotations, and discussion questions.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 126 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
418 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-9812695-4-2 (9780981269542)
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