Natasha's Dance: A Cultural History of Russia
by Orlando Figes
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Author: Orlando FigesEdition: Paperback
Published: 2003-10-17
ISBN: 0312421958
Number of pages: 768
Publisher: Picador
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Book Review: The third side of the Russian coin.
Summary: 5 Stars
Having lived in Russia six years and still in business there since 1991, I quickly learned that in Russia there is not only the proverbial two sides of the coin, but often three. Figes cetainly examines that underside of what makes a Russian different. He does it with revealing research and obvious affection and respect for those deep characteristics so unique to Russia and it's people. Certainly a scholarly work, but still entertaining, convincing, and a joy to read. As I have heard from Russian readers of my own book, "Why does it always take a foreigner to explain us." Figes is a master at that.
Frederick R. Andresen, Author of "Walking on Ice, An American Businessman in Russia"
Summary of Natasha's Dance: A Cultural History of Russia
Beginning in the eighteenth century with the building of St. Petersburg and culminating with the Soviet regime, Figes examines how writers, artists, and musicians grappled with the idea of Russia itself--its character, spiritual essence, and destiny. Skillfully interweaving the great works--by Dostoevsky, Stravinsky, and Chagall--with folk embroidery, peasant songs, religious icons, and all the customs of daily life, Figes reveals the spirit of "Russianness" as rich and uplifting, complex and contradictory--and more lasting than any Russian ruler or state.
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