“catriona macgregor”

Rather than presenting a conventional chronology of Russian literature, Russian Literature: A Very Short Introduction explores the place and importance in Russian culture of all types of literature. How and when did a Russian national literature come into being? What shaped its creation? How have th... More

How a country views its children reveals a great deal about that country. This landmark history of childhood in twentieth-century Russia presents an enthralling and detailed picture of a society where childhood was celebrated everywhere but children's real needs were often neglected by the state. Ca... More

Russian women's writing is now attracting enormous interest both in the West and in Russia itself. This is the first one-volume history of the subject to appear in any language in modern times. Written from a bold feminist perspective, the book combines a broad historical survey with close textual a... More

Refining Russia is a pioneering study of the development of advice literature ("how-to" books such as etiquette manuals and brochures on hygiene) in Russia, and of its reception and wider cultural meaning. An absorbing and original exercise in "history of the book," it is also a major contribution t... More

Issues in Political Theory is a unique textbook that encourages students to apply the concepts they encounter to real-world politics. Featuring lucid and elegant contributions by leading thinkers (who are not generally known for textbook writing), this book allows students to interact with the subje... More

Just because they're small doesn't mean they can't live large. These terrific projects will have any doll family looking its best, from a sweet cream dress for Mom to trousers and jacket for Dad, pleated skirts for the teen, and a charming sailor suit for baby. There are instructions for a dozen out... More

Combining sensual romance, fast-paced adventure, and a band of unforgettable heroes, "New York Times" bestselling author MacGregor delivers the eagerly anticipated third installment in her high-concept medieval series about the Brotherhood of the Sword. Original.Lochlan MacAllister was born to lead.... More

The Screech Owls are in Washington, D.C., for the International Goodwill Peewee Championship - and Nish is about to become a "news flash" seen round the world! Literally. Because the craziest Owl ever has a brand-new plan: to streak the White House. His way into the White House, he believes, is thro... More