The Long Song of Tchaikovsky Street

Discover 'The Long Song of Tchaikovsky Street,' a compelling narrative that intertwines history and personal memoir, expertly penned by acclaimed author Pieter Waterdrinker. This captivating trade paperback takes you on an unforgettable journey through the tumultuous backdrop of Soviet Russia, where Waterdrinker, an intriguing figure, finds himself at the heart of cultural revolutions while smuggling Bibles into the Soviet Union in 1988. Experience the vibrant life of Saint Petersburg, where Waterdrinker reflects on his past amidst a century of revolutions that shaped the streets he calls home. With 416 pages of richly woven storytelling, this book offers not just a story but an emotional odyssey that delves deep into the complexities of life, literature, and love. Praised by 'Elsevier' for its mesmerizing prose and by 'NRC Handelsblad' for its modern relevance, this book is a must-read for lovers of Russian history and literature enthusiasts alike. Perfect as a gift or a personal treat, 'The Long Song of Tchaikovsky Street' is more than just a book—it's an invitation to explore the psyche of a nation. Grab your copy today and indulge in a literary experience that transcends time and borders. Enjoy FREE shipping on this remarkable read to your doorstep, with delivery times up to 10 days. Dive into the pages of history and resonate with the soul of Russia with this must-have addition to your collection!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925849134
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 416


Description:
One day in 1988, an enigmatic priest knocks on Pieter Waterdrinker's door with an unusual request- will he smuggle seven-thousand bibles into the Soviet Union. Pieter agrees, and soon finds himself living in the midst of one of the biggest social and cultural revolutions of our time, working as a tour operator . . . with a sideline in contraband.

Thirty years later, from his apartment on Tchaikovsky Street in Saint Petersburg, where he lives with his Russian wife and three cats, Pieter reflects on his personal history in the Soviet Union, as well as the century of revolutions that took place in and around his street. A master storyteller, he blends history with memoir to create an ode to the divided soul of Russia and an unputdownable account of his own struggles with life, literature, and love.

'Words by Waterdrinker are as amazing as a superior circus' Elsevier

'How evocatively Waterdrinker can write! A hundred years after the Russian Revolution, he makes this violent period of history shine once again.' Zin

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'In many respects The Death of Mila Burger is a novel about twenty-first-century Russia, dished up according to the laws of the nineteenth-century novel. Fluent, expressive, amusing.' NRC Handelsblad

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