On the edge of the world / by Nikolaĭ Leskov ; translated from the Russian with notes by Michael Prokurat.

Author
Leskov, N. S. (Nikolaĭ Semenovich), 1831-1895 [Browse]
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Book
Language
English
Published/​Created
  • Crestwood, N.Y. : St. Vladimirʹs Seminary Press, 1992.
  • ©1992
Description
135 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm

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Firestone Library - Stacks PG3337.L5 R9213 1992 Browse related items Request

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    "Based on a true story of an early Russian missionary bishop's trip to the far reaches of Eastern Siberia, Nicolai Leskov (1831-1895), the master of hte Russian short story, delights the reader with a tale of adventure and substance. Leskob, the Russian equivalent of the American mark Twain, is a powerful storyteller, utilizing language and acute characterizations to weave an unforgettable tale"(from cover)
    Bibliographic references
    Includes bibliographical references.
    ISBN
    • 0881411183
    • 9780881411188
    LCCN
    92031940
    OCLC
    26591464
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