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25 Stories from the Soviet Republics
Дмитрий Бисти,Ушбу тўплам Совет Иттифоқи таркибидаги турли миллий республикалар адибларининг энг сара ҳикояларини инглиз тилида сўзлашувчи хорижлик китобхонларга танитиш мақсадида нашр этилган. Китобда ҳар бир миллатнинг ўзига хос маданияти, турмуш тарзи, тарихий ўтмиши ва ижтимоий ҳаёти ранг-баранг сюжетлар орқали маҳорат билан очиб берилган.Тўпламдан жаҳонга машҳур рус адиби Михаил Шолоховнинг инсон иродаси ҳақидаги «Инсон тақдири» қиссаси, ёш молдован ёзувчиси Ион Друцэнинг меҳнаткаш ва қувноқ заминдошлари ҳаётига бағишланган ҳажвий ҳикоялари жой олган. Шунингдек, литвалик Пятрас Цвирка, эстон Эдуард Вильде, ўзбек адабиётининг йирик намояндаси Абдулла Қаҳҳор ва абхаз Михаил Лакербай ўз халқларининг яқин ўтмиши ва миллий қадриятларини тасвирласа, армани адиблари Дереник Демирчян ва Аксель Бакунц инсон ҳаётини фалсафий ракурсидан таҳлил қиладилар. Шимолнинг содда ва самимий тилида ижод қилувчи чукча адиби Юрий Рытхэу ҳамда латиш адабиётининг оқсоқоли Андрей Упит асарлари тўпламнинг бадиий қимматини янада оширади.
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Your Trip to the USSR: A Tourist's Manual
A.Priss V.Kasatkin V.Mazov,This vintage travel guide serves as an official handbook for foreign tourists visiting the Soviet Union during the early 1960s. Published by Moscow's Foreign Languages Publishing House, the manual aims to introduce English-speaking travelers to the culture, geography, and daily life of the USSR. It provides practical information on popular tourist destinations, historic landmarks, museums, theaters, and local transport options across major Soviet cities and republics.In addition to practical logistics—such as currency exchange, Intourist services, hotel accommodations, and car rentals—the book functions as a cultural and ideological introduction to the Soviet state. It highlights the achievements of the socialist system, public education, and the rights of Soviet citizens, offering a unique historical snapshot of Soviet tourism and state-curated foreign relations during the Khrushchev Thaw.
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The Red Pony
John Steinbeck,"The Red Pony" is a beautifully crafted, poignant coming-of-age novella that captures the harsh realities of life and nature on a California ranch. The story follows a young boy named Jody Tiflin as he navigates the challenges of growing up. When his strict father gifts him a red pony colt named Gabilan, Jody is filled with immense joy and learns the heavy responsibilities of ownership and care. However, when the pony tragically falls ill, Jody is forced to confront his first devastating encounter with death and loss. Through this and subsequent interconnected stories involving the ranch hand Billy Buck and his aging grandfather, Jody sheds his childhood illusions and gains a mature, bittersweet understanding of the cycles of life, responsibility, and human fallibility.
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The Last Frontier
Howard Fast,"The Last Frontier" is a gripping and historically significant masterpiece by Howard Fast, based on the tragic real-life events of the 1878 Northern Cheyenne Exodus. The novel chronicles the heartbreaking saga of a small band of roughly three hundred Cheyenne Indians—consisting mostly of women, children, and the elderly, along with a few dozen warriors. After being forcibly relocated by the United States government to a disease-ridden, barren reservation in Oklahoma where they faced starvation, the tribe makes a desperate, defiant decision. Refusing to wither away, they break out of the reservation and begin an epic, thousand-mile journey back north to their ancestral homelands in Wyoming and Montana. Across this vast expanse, they are relentlessly pursued by thousands of heavily armed U.S. cavalry troops tasked with capturing or wiping them out. Fast delivers a deeply empathetic and raw portrayal of Native American resistance, shifting away from traditional Western tropes to present the Cheyenne not as savages, but as a noble people fighting for their dignity. It is a haunting classic about human endurance and a desperate, heroic struggle for the ultimate freedom—the freedom to live or die on one's own terms.
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The Hessian
Howard Fast,"The Hessian" is a powerful and deeply moving historical novel written by the acclaimed American author Howard Fast. Set during the turbulent times of the American Revolutionary War in 1781, the story unfolds in a small, isolated Connecticut town. The plot centers around Hans Wolf, a naive 15-year-old drummer boy serving in a detachment of Hessian soldiers—German mercenaries hired by the British Crown to suppress the American rebellion. Following a brutal ambush by local colonial militiamen, Hans is left behind as the sole survivor of his unit, badly wounded and terrified. He is found and secretly taken in by a peaceful Quaker family and a local physician who treat him not as a ruthless enemy combatant, but simply as a child trapped in a war he does not understand. However, when the fiercely patriotic and vengeful townsfolk discover the boy's existence, a tragic conflict arises between blind wartime hatred and fundamental human compassion. Fast's novel serves as a brilliant, timeless parable about the senseless brutality of war and the enduring power of human decency. It is a compelling exploration of how easily hatred can corrupt a community, and how crucial empathy becomes when nationalistic fervor threatens to destroy one's humanity.
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Frequent Flyer
Kinky Friedman,"Frequent Flyer" is a sharp, witty detective novel written by the acclaimed country singer, author, and Texas persona Kinky Friedman. The story features the author's fictional alter ego—a cigar-chomping, amateur Greenwich Village sleuth also named Kinky Friedman. The mystery kicks off when Kinky attends the funeral of an old friend named John. However, when Kinky takes a closer look at the open casket, he makes a startling discovery: the body in the coffin belongs to a complete stranger. Where is the real John? Who is the man in the casket? What started as a quest to find a missing friend quickly escalates into a wild, perilous adventure that takes Kinky from the streets of New York to the Bahamas, tangling him up in international conspiracies, Nazi hunters, and a web of dangerous secrets. True to Friedman's signature style, the book is packed with fast-paced action, sharp dialogue, and plenty of dark, satirical humor.
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Airport
Arthur Hailey,A raging blizzard storms down upon Lincoln International Airport, bringing with it a succession of crises that threaten to paralyze the entire operation.
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The Russian Forest
L.Leonov,The Russian Forest is a milestone in 20th-century Russian literature, being one of the first major novels to explicitly blend deep ecological concerns with profound philosophical inquiry.Set against the dramatic backdrop of World War II, the narrative explores the lifelong scientific and ideological conflict between two foresters: Ivan Vikhrov, a visionary scientist who advocates for the preservation, sustainable management, and spiritual value of the forest, and Aleksandr Gratsiansky, a careerist who views nature solely as a resource for immediate economic exploitation.Through this clash, Leonov transforms the Russian forest from a simple geographical setting into a powerful metaphor for the soul, resilience, and cultural heritage of the nation. The novel masterfully intertwines themes of environmental ethics, wartime patriotism, and the moral responsibility of humanity toward future generations.
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Кузнецкий мост
Савва Дангулов,Савва Дангулов пишет о советских дипломатах, об их труд-ном, благородном служении революции и родине в самые сложные периоды существования Советского государства.Благодаря этому его роман «Кузнецкий мост» приобретает острое политическое звучание. Автор дает глубокий анализ внешнеполитической деятельности Советского Союза в годы второй мировой войны. Яркие зарисовки «дипломатических поединков» с новой стороны раскрывают подлинный смысл многих событий того времени.Автор удачно сочетает изображение действительных фактов с художественным вымыслом. На страницах романа возникают реальные исторические фигуры. Параллельно разви-вается линия «династии Бардиных». В центре повествования крупная, цельная фигура дипломата Егора Бардина и двух его братьев, Мирона и Якова, представителей новой совет-ской интеллигенции.
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Черные сухари
Елизавета Драбкина,Мне выпало счастье быть свидетельницей событий необыкновенных. Я знала людей, чьи имена и деяния навеки вошли в историю человечества. Этим людям, этим событиям посвящены рассказы книги, предлагаемой вниманию читателя. Главная цель моя — передать дух великой эпохи, о которой идет речь. Рассказывая о времени, я вынуждена как-то говорить и о себе. Поэтому я считаю своим долгом предупредить читателя, что моя роль во всех описываемых событиях была самой скромной — не только потому, что я была в то время очень молода, но и потому, что я сделала для победы революции значительно меньше, чем многие мои сверстники
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Собрание сочинений том десятый Том-10
Ф.М. Достоевский,Ноябрь в начале. У нас стал мороз градусов в одиннадцать, а с ним гололедица. На мерзлую землю упало в ночь немного сухого снегу, и ветер «сухой и острый» подымает его и метет по скучным улицам нашего городка и особенно по базарной площади. Утро мутное, но снежок перестал. Недалеко от пло-щади, поблизости от лавки Плотниковых, -стоит небольшой, очень чистенький и снаружи и снутри домик вдовы чиновника Красоткиной. Сам губернский секретарь Красоткин помер уже очень давно,- тому назад почти четырнадцать лет, но вдова его, тридцатилетняя и до сих пор еще весьма смазливая собою дамочка, жива и живет в своем чистеньком домике «своим капиталом». Живет она честно и робко, характера нежного, но довольно веселого.
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The blue notebook
E. Kazakevich,The Blue Notebook" is a famous historical-biographical novella by Soviet author Emmanuil Kazakevich, written in 1961 [1]. The story focuses on a crucial moment in Soviet history—the summer of 1917, when Vladimir Lenin was forced to hide from the Provisional Government in a small straw hut near Lake Razliv [1]. The title refers to the notebook in which Lenin drafted his fundamental theoretical work, "The State and Revolution" [1]. The novella captures the intense ideological debates between Lenin and his companion Grigory Zinoviev regarding the future of the revolution and the destiny of Russia, providing a detailed dramatic account of political thought and historical turning points
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Far from the Shore
Pavel Vezhinov,This book is an English translation of the well-known psychological novella by the prominent Bulgarian writer Pavel Vezhinov. The plot is set against the background of WWII and centers around a sea voyage that becomes a profound arena for moral, political, and existential conflicts. Through the tense interactions of the characters confined on a ship, the author masterfully explores the themes of human conscience, duty, courage, and personal choice under political oppression.Written in an engaging and accessible literary style, this edition is highly recommended for readers interested in classic European prose, as well as students looking to improve their language proficiency through authentic and meaningful English-language literature.
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Islands in the sky
А. Кларк,Данное пособие представляет собой адаптированный текст известного научно-фантастического романа английского писателя Артура Кларка «Острова в небе». Книга предназначена для внеклассного чтения учащихся 10-х классов средних общеобразовательных школ и призвана расширить лексический запас, а также закрепить навыки устной речи и самостоятельной работы с оригинальным текстом. Сюжет романа рассказывает об увлекательном путешествии подростка Роя Малкольма на околоземную космическую станцию, где он знакомится с жизнью исследователей космоса и технологиями будущего. Текст произведения лингвистически обработан с учётом языковой подготовки школьников старших классов, снабжён подробными постраничными комментариями, поясняющими сложные обороты и реалии, а также алфавитным англо-русским словарём.
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A Fair Wind Home
R.Moore,A Fair Wind Home is Ruth Moore's expertly crafted historical fiction novel set along the Atlantic coast and Boston Harbor during the 18th century. Acting as a thematic prequel to her earlier work Candlemas Bay, the narrative traces the ancestral origins of the fictional Ellis family as they face the harsh realities and vast opportunities of settling in the New World. The fast-paced plot seamlessly weaves together elements of maritime adventure, romance, and intense drama, centering on the daring exploits of the salty pirate Jake Ringgold and Lizabeth, the strong-willed woman who manages to outwit him. Through rich character development and atmospheric depictions of coastal life, Moore explores profound themes of homecoming, family resilience, and self-discovery. This volume, often found in academic and institutional libraries, serves as a significant text for students and researchers analyzing mid-20th-century American regional literature and historical fiction.
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Abraham Lincoln: Road to the White House
K.Brand, J.E.Macken., J.Lawn,Abraham Lincoln: Road to the White House is an inspiring biographical book written for young readers and students of the English language. It chronicles the remarkable life journey of the 16th President of the United States, from his humble beginnings to the nation's highest office.The narrative follows young Abe Lincoln from his early childhood in a poor, wilderness log cabin in Kentucky. Despite facing severe hardships, losing his mother at a young age, and having less than a year of formal schooling, Lincoln's insatiable hunger for knowledge led him to read every book he could find. The story details his determination to educate himself, his years working as a storekeeper and a rail-splitter, his rise to becoming a successful self-taught lawyer, and his entry into American politics.
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To Build a Fire and Other Stories
J.London,The title story, To Build a Fire, stands as a masterpiece of literary naturalism. It follows the perilous journey of an unnamed traveler and his wolf-dog as they trek through the unforgiving, frozen wilderness of the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush. Ignoring the warnings of local old-timers, the man's intellectual arrogance pits him directly against the brutal, -75°F sub-zero temperatures. When he accidentally falls through the ice, his subsequent life-and-death struggle to build a survival fire showcases the ultimate, indifferent power of nature over human vulnerability.
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Abraham Lincoln: In Their Own Words
G.Sullivan,In Their Own Words: Abraham Lincoln tells the exciting story of the life of the sixteenth president of the United States using his own writing and speeches.Through speeches, personal writings, letters, and memoirs, Lincoln offers young readers a personal history lesson of his life. The book seamlessly interweaves engaging biographical information with these vital primary source documents.Readers will follow Lincoln's journey from a young boy who went to school for no more than a year, to his days managing a general store, practicing law, and eventually becoming the powerful leader who guided the nation through the Civil War and ended slavery. Complete with historical illustrations and photographs, this fast-moving, highly readable volume lets children experience Lincoln's legendary story firsthand, as if they were really there.
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Chasing Cézanne
P.Mayler,Chasing Cézanne is a comic thriller set in the sunny landscapes of Provence, France. The story follows a cast of quirky characters caught up in the pursuit of a lost Cézanne painting. Filled with humor, light-hearted suspense, and colorful depictions of Mediterranean life, the novel explores art, intrigue, and human folly. Peter Mayle’s signature wit and charm make this a delightful read for anyone who enjoys a mix of mystery and comedy.
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Uncle Tom's Cabin A Key to Uncle Tom’s Cabin
H.B.Stowe,Uncle Tom's Cabin is a famous anti-slavery novel written by Harriet Beecher Stowe. The story tells about the life of Uncle Tom, a kind and honest enslaved man, and other enslaved people in the United States. The novel shows the cruelty and injustice of slavery through the experiences of different characters. Despite suffering, Uncle Tom remains strong in his faith and moral values. The book also presents both kind and cruel slave owners, highlighting the human impact of the system. This work played an important role in raising awareness about slavery and contributed to the growth of the anti-slavery movement. It is considered one of the most influential novels in American literature.