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Слово о полку Игореве, Игоря сына Святославля, внука Ольгова

Слово о полку Игореве, Игоря сына Святославля, внука Ольгова
[ 1934 ]

"The Tale of Igor's Campaign, Igor, son of Svyatoslav, and grandson of Oleg" is one of the greatest works of Old Russian literature, recounting Prince Igor Svyatoslavich's campaign against the Polovtsians in 1185. This luxurious edition, published by Academia Publishing House, is a true masterpiece of Russian book art. It…

История русско-японской войны

История русско-японской войны

“History of the Russo-Japanese War” is a unique six-volume publication created in the immediate aftermath of one of the most dramatic military conflicts of the early 20th century. For the first time, a systematic account of events is presented, based on a wide range of sources: official documents, memoirs of…

Путешествие Государя Императора Николая II на Восток: 1890-1891

Путешествие Государя Императора Николая II на Восток: 1890-1891
[ Эспер Эсперович Ухтомский ]

A unique three-volume edition dedicated to the grand round-the-world journey of the heir to the Russian throne, Nicholas Alexandrovich, the future Emperor Nicholas II. From October 23, 1890, to August 4, 1891, he visited Greece, Egypt, India, China, Japan, and Siberia, exploring Eastern cultures while fulfilling an important diplomatic mission.…

Трехсотлетие царствования дома Романовых. Россия в ее прошлом и настоящем: 1613-1913

Трехсотлетие царствования дома Романовых. Россия в ее прошлом и настоящем: 1613-1913

The commemorative historical and artistic edition “The Tercentenary of the Reigning House of Romanov” is a magnificent collection of materials dedicated to the 300-year rule of the Romanovs. Released in the year of the dynasty's anniversary, the book is not only a historical work but also an artistic masterpiece, encompassing…

Чины двора и Свита Их Величеств  (Почетный экземпляр действительному статскому советнику Гаджи-Зейналабдину Тагиеву)

Чины двора и Свита Их Величеств (Почетный экземпляр действительному статскому советнику Гаджи-Зейналабдину Тагиеву)

Court ranks and Their Majesties’ retinue (A honorary copy presented to the actual state councilor Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev) is a rare and significant publication that serves as a valuable historical source, providing a detailed account of the composition and structure of the court ranks of the Russian Empire. The impressive…

Johann Sebastian Bach: Sein Leben und seine

Johann Sebastian Bach: Sein Leben und seine
[ August Reissmann :: 1881 ]

"Johann Sebastian Bach: His Life and Work" is an outstanding work by the German composer and musicologist August Reissmann, published in 1881 in Berlin and Leipzig. In this book, the author deeply and comprehensively explores the life and work of the great composer Johann Sebastian Bach, revealing his musical legacy,…

Nord-Amerika i våra dagar

Nord-Amerika i våra dagar
[ Ernst von Hesse -Wartegg :: 1893 ]

"North America in Our Days" is a fascinating and in-depth study by the Austrian traveler and writer Ernst von Hesse-Warteg, focused on the life, culture, and development of the United States and Canada in the late 19th century. Published in Swedish in 1893, the book covers a wide range of…

Tausend-Bilder-Bibel : Die heilige Schrift: Alten und neuen Testaments

Tausend-Bilder-Bibel : Die heilige Schrift: Alten und neuen Testaments

"A Thousand Images of the Bible: The Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testament" is a lavish edition published in Riga, merging spiritual significance with artistic splendor. Translated into German by Martin Luther, the Bible features numerous illustrations, both in black-and-white and vibrant colors, crafted with exceptional skill. The…

Великая реформа: русское общество и крестьянский вопрос в прошлом и настоящем

Великая реформа: русское общество и крестьянский вопрос в прошлом и настоящем
[ 1910 ]

The six-volume encyclopedic edition "The Great Reform," published from 1910 to 1911 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Emancipation Reform, is a distinctive work that illuminates one of the most significant events in Russian history — the abolition of serfdom. Under the editorial guidance of the Historical Commission and…

История русского искусства

История русского искусства
[ Игорь Эммануилович Грабарь :: 1909 ]

The six-volume edition of "History of Russian Art" edited by I.E. Grabar and N.N. Vrangely is an outstanding study dedicated to the rich heritage of Russian culture. The work, initiated in 1909 and carried out with the involvement of the best specialists of the time, such as A. Benois, I.…