A Russian Paints America presents the first complete English translation of Svinins fascinating memoir. Thirty-one original watercolours complement his provocative views on topics such as slavery; religion; politics; and the fine arts. Introductory essays by Marina Swoboda and William Whisenhunt examine Russian-American relations; consider Svinins life and particular role in Russian history; and set his work in the context of the genre of picturesque travel - Svinin clearly did not set out to produce a scholarly account of the United States but a work of literature; at a time when Russian literary language was in its earliest stages of development.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Great follow-up volumeBy BurmeseLoverThis is all I had hoped for: years ago; I bought the original scarf style; and used it to advance my knitting skills. Its still a go-to treasure. This new volume has more voluminous and extravagantly lovely scarves than the original; no more one-skein quickies; at least at first glance. Even so; I want to make them all. A real win.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I love the scarfs that you find in this bookBy GdunlapI love the scarfs that you find in this book. They are unique and l adore the various patterns. Unfortunately; I found it very difficult to follow the pattern. I purchased this book primarily for the "Cottage Scarf" located on page 27. I think that if you are taking a knitting class and have someone with experience looking over your shoulder to help you along then you should be fine. If youre a beginner trying to teach yourself how to knit then I would recommend trying something other than this book. I have been searching for a pattern in this book that I can try but I havent found it yet. I will however be holding onto this book for down the road when I acquire more skills. Itll give me something to look forward to!! Just to clarify my skills right now to use as a guide for what I consider a beginner. I have knit several scarfs containing the following stitches; Ribbing; St st; Pearling and basic cables. Ive also completed a simple summer tank top in a St st with I-Cord shoulder straps. If youre more advanced then I think this book will provide you with several lovely projects.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great book; bad packaging.By DeborahDarlingI waited for this one...the patterns were right up my alley. But I am a picky book lover and this one arrived with a torn cover; ripped pages and crumpled binding. It was tossed in the box with a bunch of heavier items. Very poorly packed by ; but it WAS during the Christmas rush time; and I should have known better than to order a book in an order with cans of tomatoes! I love the patterns; Ann Budd is one of my favorite pattern writers - and she never disappoints. If you order this book - make sure to order it by itself. It is not plastic wrapped by the publisher and can be damaged by s shipping practices.