Crime and Punishment is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published in the literary journal The Russian Messenger in twelve monthly installments during 1866. It was later published in a single volume. It is the second of Dostoevsky's full-length novels following his return from ten years of exile in Siberia. Crime and Punishment is considered the first great novel of his mature period of writing. The novel is often cited as one of the supreme achievements in world literature.Crime and Punishment follows the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in Saint Petersburg who plans to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker, an old woman who stores money and valuable objects in her flat. He theorises that with the money he could liberate himself from poverty and go on to perform great deeds, and seeks to convince himself that certain crimes are justifiable if they are committed in order to remove obstacles to the higher goals of 'extraordinary' men. Once the deed is done, however, he finds himself racked with confusion, paranoia, and disgust. His theoretical justifications lose all their power as he struggles with guilt and horror and confronts both the internal and external consequences of his deed. Read more

All the basics of Russian—fast and easy! The Everything Essential Russian Book is perfect for a quick introduction to learning the Russian language.Whether you are planning a vacation or adding a valuable second language to your resume, this portable guide covers the most important basics, including how to: *Recognize and read Cyrillic letters *Pronounce Russian words like a native *Ask and answer everyday questions *Ask for directions, order dinner, or conduct business *Hold your own in a conversation With The Everything Essential Russian Book, you will see how exciting learning Russian can be! Read more

Have you been trying to learn Russian and simply can’t find the way to expand your vocabulary?Do your teachers recommend you boring textbooks and complicated stories that you don’t really understand?Are you looking for a way to learn the language quicker without taking shortcuts?If you answered “Yes!” to at least one of those previous questions, then this book is for you! We’ve compiled the 2000 Most Common Words in Russian, a list of terms that will expand your vocabulary to levels previously unseen.Did you know that — according to an important study — learning the top two thousand (2000) most frequently used words will enable you to understand up to 84% of all non-fiction and 86.1% of fiction literature and 92.7% of oral speech? Those are amazing stats, and this book will take you even further than those numbers!In this book:A detailed introduction with tips and tricks on how to improve your learningA list of 2000 of the most common words in Russian and their translationsAn example sentence for each word – in both Russian and EnglishFinally, a conclusion to make sure you’ve learned and supply you with a final list of tipsDon’t look any further, we’ve got what you need right here! In fact, we’re ready to turn you into a Russian speaker… are you ready to become one? Read more

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in Russian for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.What does this book give you?· Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary· Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently· Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability· Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!'· Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free wayCarefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including· A glossary for bolded words in each text· A bilingual word list· Full plot summary· Comprehension questions after each chapter. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Russian for Beginners will make learning Russian easy and enjoyable.Publisher's Note: The new edition of October 2018 has been comprehensively revised: it rectifies the translation errors identified by reviewers below in the previous edition and includes a completely new story. Read more

War and Peace is generally thought to be one of the greatest novels ever written, remarkable for its dramatic breadth and unity. Now available in bilingual edition, with English and Russian texts side by side. You can now learn Russian the smart way – by reading Leo Tolstoy’s timeless original text with English translation right next to it to guide you.War and Peace is at once an epic of the Napoleonic Wars, a philosophical study and a celebration of the Russian spirit.Tolstoy entwines grand themes – conflict and love, birth and death, free will and fate – with unforgettable scenes of nineteenth-century Russia, to create a magnificent epic of human life in all its imperfection and grandeur.Book 1/4. Read more

Nine of Chekhov’s most powerful and thought-provoking short stories are included here, in the original Russian and in a facing English translation, together with all the vocabulary notes and reference tables you need to make sense of Chekhov’s original texts. Designed to help students of Russian begin to enjoy real Russian literature in the original without constantly reaching for a dictionary, this parallel-text edition features a new translation made specifically for this purpose, as well as detailed Russian vocabulary notes, including all the important forms you need (especially aspectual pairs and conjugation types for all verbs). The original Russian text is marked for stress, but is otherwise unedited and unsimplified. The short stories included in this volume are: “The Death of a Clerk” (how is a bureaucrat killed by a sneeze?), “The Student” (a moving vignette about both timeless meaning and transient youthful idealism), “A Little Joke” (an innocent joke takes on unimagined proportions — if our narrator is to be believed, that is), “Sleepy” (a servant girl, deprived of sleep, is pushed to the brink of madness), “Rothschild’s Fiddle” (a deeply moving tale of intolerance, memory, and reconciliation through music), “Anna Round the Neck” (a young woman is forced to marry an older man for his money — but will she turn the tables?), “Gusyev” (a peasant soldier and an intellectual, representing starkly different perspectives on life, await death in a steamship sickbay), “The Lady with the Little Dog” (a couple finds love, and all of the anguish that sustaining it often entails), and “Ward No. 6.” (a harrowing story of a provincial doctor and his patients; this unforgettable work is surely one of the most powerful treatments of madness and medical ethics — indeed, ethics is general — in all of world literature).About the Author...Mark Pettus holds a PhD in Slavic Languages and Literatures from Princeton University. Altogether, he’s spent around six years living, studying, and working in Russia. Today he is a lecturer in Slavic Languages and Literatures at Princeton. Mark is the author of the Russian Through Propaganda textbook series (Books 1 and 2), and its continuation, Russian Through Poems and Paintings (Books 3 and 4). He is now working on additional books for students of Russian, including the Reading Russian series of which the present volume is a part.Check out www.russianthroughpropaganda.com for a variety of resources for students of Russian language, literature, and culture. Read more

This book compares verses from the English and Russian Bibles. You can learn Russian by reading the Russian Bible with English interlinear. Genesis is the first book of the Bible. Learning the language is made easier by the fact that many Christians are familiar with Bible stories.This book tells about the creation of the world and humankind, the expulsion of Eve and Adam from paradise, the murder of Abel by Cain, the construction of the ark and the great flood, the covenant of God with Noah and about his sons, the construction of the Tower of Babel and the separation of languages, God's covenant with Abraham, the destruction of Sadom and Gamora , the sacrifice of Isaac by Abraham, Esau sells the birthright to Jacob, the meeting and reconciliation of Jacob and Esau, Joseph sees dreams about the ascent and the brothers sell him to Egypt, the rise of Joseph in Egypt, Joseph's family moves to Egypt.See all other books in the series, and also in other languages. Your purchase may become a contribution for new bible series in different languages. Read more

A new, picture-based approach to learning the Russian alphabet This guide to learning the letters of the Russian alphabet uses illustrations that create easy to remember connections between the letters and their respective pronunciation. Learning with visual prompts is a fast, effective and efficient method. Add a healthy serving of fun on top and you have a winning formula that will enable you to read your first Russian words within minutes of beginning. To support your progress, you can download a mini audio file and a PDF with the illustrations that feature in this guide. A short book video trailer is available on the Amazon author page (video 2). Read more

A high-quality bilingual children's story in English and Russian, ideal for bilingual families and kids who are learning English or Russian as a second language. The book has been translated by Sasha A. Palmer, a professional Russian writer and translator, who has received international awards in literary translation and writing. Sasha’s poetry, translations, and essays have appeared in Writer’s Digest, Slovo/Word, Cardinal Points, and elsewhere. Complimentary activities and lesson plans can be downloaded on the author's website.Happiness Street will strike a chord with anyone who has ever spent an unforgettable summer holiday by the seaside. This book demonstrates creativity at its best, and a love of art as a universal form of human expression.A young girl reflects on her memories of a summer spent by the seaside with Grandma. Through art and painting, she gets to express various emotions while processing her feelings in an empowering and creative way. Young readers will delight at the charming watercolor paintings and will take a trip down memory lane where thoughts and emotions are expressed in color. The story ends on a positive note, with the promise of coming back at Grandma's.After reading this book, children will:✓Be prompted to write their own summer story✓Be encouraged to express themselves through art✓Want to paint and get creativeAlbert Einstein has been quoted to have said that creativity is intelligence having fun, and that imagination is more important than knowledge. Creativity is the highest form of intelligence because it goes beyond knowledge recall and extends into knowledge creation. Did you know that creative young children who use their imagination are more effective, resourceful, resilient, and confident than their peers? Creative children are also better equipped to overcome obstacles and navigate changes in life.This book makes the perfect gift for creative little boys and girls, teachers, librarians, and parents. Perfect for all children ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and up. Most suitable for Pre-K, grade 1, grade, 2, grade 3, and parents and teachers who appreciate a well written and beautifully illustrated book with traditional watercolor art to enhance a child's world.Happiness Street is also available in several bilingual editions .If you're reading this on amazon.de/.co.uk/.ca/.au/.it, etc, visit the .com link for more reviews https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B1P68YL/ Read more

Do you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning Russian to fluency?It's a lack of vocabulary!Reading in Russian is perhaps the most effective way to build up your vocabulary. With our book Russian Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners, you can practice reading while working on your Russian vocabulary and grammar skills.• Each chapter comes with an Russian glossary to help you learn new words and phrases more easily.• Test your understanding of each Russian short story using the comprehension questions.• Learn Russian grammar naturally from texts written by native speakers from Russia. Grab your copy now and get started today! Read more

Having trouble understanding or conversing with native Russian speakers? If so, try this book!The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with conversational dialogues in Russian that use 100 percent real Russian. As language learners ourselves, we understand the desire to learn the real Russian language as used by native speakers. Textbook dialogues and grammar books not only are boring, but they also don't represent the real Russian language that is used every day.With our book Russian Conversational Made Natural, you can immerse yourself in real Russian conversations that tell an authentic story through a variety of dialogues. Each chapter builds upon the narrative by featuring short, genuine exchanges between native Russian speakers in both formal and informal settings. You will find conversations between close friends, coworkers, family members, classmates, and strangers that will help prepare you to speak Russian in the real world.Along the way, you'll also find several situational scenarios from daily life to improve your Russian language ability. These include picking up prescriptions at the pharmacy, checking out books from the library, and ordering food at a restaurant.Each dialogue has been written and edited by native Russian speakers, so you can be absolutely sure that you are getting the most natural Russian grammar, vocabulary, and phrases.Each chapter also comes with comprehension questions to test your understanding of the story and the Russian used. No drills or grammatical exercises are necessary to learn Russian!Our language learning method focuses on the power of extensive reading and listening to achieve fluency. You will find more information about this in the book's introduction.(The level of the material is best suited for intermediate learners or beginners who are looking for a challenge.)Grab your copy now and get started today! Read more

Are you worried that learning Russian is too hard or time-consuming?Do you feel overwhelmed by confusing grammar rules?Are you frustrated by traditional textbooks that seem written for children—or linguists?Have you struggled to stay consistent in learning a new language before?Are you worried about pronouncing Russian words correctly?Do you want to speak Russian confidently but don't know where to start?Are you concerned that your busy schedule won't allow you to make real progress?Have you dreamed of traveling, working, or connecting with Russian speakers but felt limited by the language barrier?Do you wish someone would finally make Russian simple, practical, and motivating for adult beginners?If you said YES to any of these questions, Learn Russian for Adult Beginners 2025 is exactly what you’ve been waiting for.Designed specifically for busy adults, this step-by-step guide cuts through the confusion and shows you how to build real Russian communication skills—without needing any prior experience. With clear explanations, practical vocabulary, everyday dialogues, and motivation tips throughout, you’ll move from absolute beginner to confident speaker faster than you thought possible.Inside this book, you’ll learn:How to master the Russian alphabet (Cyrillic) quickly and painlesslyEssential pronunciation skills to sound natural and be easily understoodCore grammar foundations—without the complicated jargonKey vocabulary and phrases for real-life conversations: greetings, food, shopping, travel, emergencies, and moreHow to talk about yourself, your family, your work, your hobbies, and your daily lifePractical dialogues for hotel stays, public transport, social events, and everyday interactionsEasy self-study strategies, memory tricks, and real-world immersion tips to keep you learning efficientlyHow to stay motivated, overcome obstacles, and celebrate your progress like a successful adult learnerWhat makes this book unique?Adult-Focused Approach: No childish exercises or unnecessary theory—only what you truly need to know to communicate.Busy-Friendly Structure: Bite-sized lessons designed for even the tightest schedules.Step-by-Step Simplicity: Every chapter builds logically, so you never feel lost or overwhelmed.Real-Life Practice: Practical, modern conversations and vocabulary that prepare you for real-world situations.Motivation Built-In: Proven strategies to help adults stay consistent, overcome plateaus, and stay excited about their progress.Who needs this book?Absolute beginners who have never studied Russian beforeAdults who want a clear, realistic path to speaking Russian confidentlyTravelers, business professionals, expats, and anyone planning to visit or connect with Russian speakersBusy people looking for a flexible, efficient way to learn without feeling overloadedSelf-motivated learners who appreciate practical advice, realistic expectations, and encouragementReady to finally start speaking Russian with confidence?Don’t let doubts or a busy schedule hold you back.Grab your copy of Learn Russian for Adult Beginners 2025 today and take the first step toward mastering Russian—one simple, motivating lesson at a time! Read more

Do you know what the hardest thing for a Russian learner is?Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle…which is precisely the reason we’ve written this book!Teachers love giving out tough, expert-level literature to their students, books that present many new problems to the reader and force them to search for words in a dictionary every five minutes — it’s not entertaining, useful or motivating for the student at all, and many soon give up on learning at all!In this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Russian tongue.How Russian Short Stories for Beginners works:Each story is interesting and entertaining with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations.The summaries follow a synopsis in Russian and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about.At the end of those summaries, you’ll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance!Finally, you’ll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Russian, providing you with the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer to any — we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating!We want you to feel comfortable while learning the tongue; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles!So look no further! Pick up your copy of Russian Short Stories for Beginners and level up your Russian right now! Read more

A high-quality bilingual children's story in Russian and English, ideal for bilingual families and kids who are learning Russian or English as a second language. The book has been translated by an experienced Russian translator and interpreter, Marina Fomicheva who has been working as a news editor and writer for Russia's national TV broadcasters - NTV, RT, and Channel 5. It has 36 pages, just above the industry standard of 32 pages, and 18-page spreads as an eBook on the Kindle app. Complimentary activities and lesson plans can be downloaded on the author's website.Cousins Forever is a beautifully written and illustrated book that captures the special relationship that cousins share. When one of the two families moves abroad, the two cousins do not let the distance come between them. They talk often about their friends, animals, different seasons, and outdoor activities, via video chat. With new words and languages being part of their everyday life, the two girls come up with a fun, painting game, the “Word Swap”.A lovely tribute to the unique friendship of cousins. Parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents can share this book with little ones who are just beginning the lifelong journey as cousins together. Close friends are family also, so if you don't have an extended family, your child's best friend may also be referred to as a cousin.After reading this book, children will:✓Be prompted to write their very own favorite words✓Be encouraged to express themselves through art✓Want to paint and have fun using all their languagesAlbert Einstein has been quoted to have said that creativity is intelligence having fun, and that imagination is more important than knowledge. Creativity is the highest form of intelligence because it goes beyond knowledge recall and extends into knowledge creation. Did you know that creative young children who use their imagination are more effective, resourceful, resilient, and confident than their peers? Creative children are also better equipped to overcome obstacles and navigate life changes.This book makes the perfect gift for creative little boys and girls, teachers, librarians, and parents who raise bilingual and multilingual kids. Perfect for all children ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and up, depending on their fluency level in the target language. Most suitable for Pre-K, grade 1, grade, 2, and grade 3, and parents and Russian language teachers who appreciate a well-written and beautifully illustrated book with traditional watercolor art to enhance a child's world.Cousins Forever is also available in several other bilingual editions. If you're reading this on amazon.de/.co.uk/.ca/.au/.it, etc, visit the .com link https://www.amazon.com/Elisavet-Arkolaki/e/B0849XYFZZ/ for more reviews. Read more

Are you looking for a crash course in Russian? Do you want to communicate with your Russian-speaking family members, colleagues or friends? Are you preparing for university studies or an exciting trip to one of the Russian-speaking countries? Or maybe you want to read blogs and journals in Russian? Then you've come across the right book!The purpose of this book is to give you a head start for your Russian language journey, as it covers reading rules, essential grammar, and basic vocabulary – everything you need to get on your feet fast when learning Russian for business or for pleasure.Even if you already speak some Russian, this book will give you an abridged program of the beginner level in Russian. Keep it handy and refer to it later when you need to refresh your knowledge.The 1st part of this e-book features the Russian alphabet including handwritten letters; pronunciation rules, including cases when vowels and consonants change their sound.The 2nd part covers essential topics of Russian grammar, such as genders, plurals, cases, conjugations of verbs, and tenses. This will help you “unlock” the Russian sentence structure – you will be able to understand/translate phrases you see or hear and construct your own.The 3rd part - the phrasebook - features the most common Russian words and phrases for daily speaking (organized by topics). All words and phrases are given with accents (stress marks), transcription, and an English translation.This is a great resource to start learning the Russian language!--Tip: to see the correct availability, look for this book in your country's Amazon Marketplace. If for some reason it's not available in your area or you want this book in a different format (pdf, mobi etc), please contact via ExpressRussian.com website.I INVITE YOU TO CHECK MY OTHER TITLES. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PHRASEBOOK AND DICTIONARY 2-IN-1, CONSIDER GETTING MY NEW BOOK "RUSSIAN PHRASEBOOK AND DICTIONARY", IT INCLUDES THE UPDATED PHRASES LIST (MORE ENTRIES ARE ADDED) PLUS RUSSIAN-TO-ENGLISH MINI DICTIONARY OF 1000 MOST COMMON RUSSIAN WORDS. Read more

Real Russian people don’t speak like your textbook… so it’s no wonder you feel unprepared when it’s your turn to speak! Try the StoryLearning method, and dive into a real-world, gripping drama between six characters that helps you learn authentic spoken Russianin the process. Created by Olly Richards, internationally-renowned language teacher and author, this proven method of the immersive experience not only entertains, it gives you the skills to master realistic encounters in shops, cafés, and other, everyday scenarios! In this story, two friends, Alyssa and Natasha, arrive in Moscow for what they think will be a relaxing vacation exploring the city. Things, however, take an unexpected turn when they discover some very valuable paintings in one of Moscow’s antique markets . . .Whether you’re learning Russian to travel or even just to speak to your local Russian-speaking community, you’ll learn to speak naturally wherever you go.Best of all, you’ll be able to handle new scenarios with both ease and confidence!“I love Olly’s work - and you will too!” - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersHere’s what you’ll get:101 Russian conversations with over 15,000 words of dialogue — an unparalleled resource that will immerse you in Russian at a level you can easily understand and reproduce.Expressions that real people use on the street. You’ll sound more authentic when you speak and make Russian-speaking friends more easily.Situational Russian dialogues that help you thrive in typical daily circumstances, so meeting people and making everyday arrangements will become second nature.Conversations that are carefully written to be accessible for beginners(A2-B1 on the CEFR), so you can speak confidently, even with strangers.Each conversation is limited to around 15 lines of dialogue (150 words) to help you master the expressions more quickly, and keep you moving toward the finish line.Unlock the simple genius of 101 Conversations in Simple Russian that makes learning Russian a breeze. You’ll improve your spoken Russian, impress native speakers, and catapult your fluency to new heights! Read more

You will never be lost for words in your travels around Russia again! Your ideal travel companion will ensure that you can say what you need in Russian with ease and confidence.Reliable and easy-to-use, this phrasebook is an indispensable travel companion as you deal with the situations that crop up every day on holiday; from finding a chic hotel, or hiring a car to explore the countryside, to choosing a local delicacy from the menu.With helpful travel information and cultural tips, plus a 3000-word dictionary, make sure you don’t go anywhere without this little ebook – an essential guide to speaking and understanding Russian when travelling in Russia. Read more

Instead of memorizing vocabulary words, work your way through an actual well-written novel. Even novices can follow along as each individual English paragraph is paired with the corresponding Russian paragraph. It won't be an easy project, but you'll learn a lot Read more

A Bilingual Simplified Reader of Aesop's Fables - For students, beginners or advanced, comparing their local language to English words, phrases, idioms and proverbs. - A good tool for translation and vocabulary practice at an elementary level. - The learners can also memorize the paragraphs for speaking practice. - Self-study texts for those who want to study at home etc, according to their own programme. Also available in other languages Read more

Instead of memorizing vocabulary words, work your way through an actual well-written novel. Even novices can follow along as each individual English paragraph is paired with the corresponding Russian paragraph. It won't be an easy project, but you'll learn a lot Read more