A story of a successful farmer Ilyas who grew into one of the wealthiest in the area only to loose it all through series of bad accidents. He finds his happiness however only after loosing all his possessions and achieving peace for himself and his wife. Read in English, unabridged.

A collection of short stories from one of the most famous writers of very long novels Leo Tolstoy, including: Ilyas, Little Girls Wiser Than Men, The Coffee-House of Surat. 'For man to be able to live he must either not see the infinite, or have such an explanation of the meaning of life as will connect the finite with the infinite.' Read in English, unabridged.

"Fairy Tales for Adults" presents a collection of enchanting stories that go beyond the realm of traditional children's fairy tales. These narratives, crafted by literary masters Anton Chekhov and Oscar Wilde, offer a rich tapestry of strong characters, thought-provoking themes, and profound insights into the mysteries of the soul. Within these tales lie timeless truths that have endured for centuries, captivating readers with their universal appeal and offering both enjoyment and enlighte...

A collection of Short Stories by Anton Chekhov featuring A Tragic Actor, In A Strange Land, Oh The Public, The Looking Glass, Her Husband and Overdoing It. These stories are small masterpieces. The scene is set quickly and within a few sentences the story line is underway. But all seem to contain an element of the unexpected.

The most essential thing in the world to any individual is to understand himself. The next is to understand the other fellow. From this book you are going to learn which of the 5 types you are and how to get the best out of it. The Alimentive type or The Enjoyer is discussed in this volume as well as all key principles of human analysis. Read in English (unabridged).

The first major writing by Turgenev that gained him recognition. The stories in this collection were written based on Turgenev’s own observations while hunting at his mothers’ estate. This work exposed many injustices of serfdom and led to Turgenev’s house arrest and eventual abolishment of serfdom in Russia. A fine example of realist tradition in Russian literature. Read in English (unabridged)

Audio training course designed specifically for English speakers and containing 17 theme based lessons covering the every day situations. Each lesson consists of English tutorials, vocabulary, and complete live conversations. Essentials such as greetings, shopping, telling the time, asking for directions, elements of Russian business etiquette, such cultural concepts as The Russian soul, how to date someone in Russian and even a short poem by Alexander Pushkin included here.

The Russian audio course that jumps right into learning the language with expertly designed structure of the lessons and their thematic organization. This audio book set includes essentials from vol. 1 such as greetings, travelling, numbers, food and drink, shopping, getting around town, business meetings, dating and telling the time. Followed by vol. 2 with more detailed explanation of Russian phonetics, Russian names, birthdays, taking about planet Earth, flying on a Russian space ship a...

"A Gentleman Friend" by Anton Chekhov follows the story of Vanda, a young woman in dire circumstances. She contemplates the idea of seeking financial help from a gentleman friend, knowing they would be willing to assist her. Unable to gain entry into the "Renaissance" due to her shabby appearance, Vanda decides to visit the lodgings of a dentist named Finkel. Read in English, unabridged.

"The District Doctor" is a powerful meditation on the nature of human suffering, the role of the healer, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Turgenev's lyrical prose and vivid descriptions bring the rural landscape and its inhabitants to life, creating a moving portrait of the struggles and joys of everyday life in nineteenth-century Russia. Read in English, unabridged.

O. Henry's story presents a unique narrative arc that explores the complexities of love and sacrifice among two young lovers. Through the protagonists, Della and Jim, readers are presented with an exploration of the power of selflessness in spite of limited resources. By highlighting the characters' choices to purchase gifts for one another despite their financial scarcity, O. Henry effectively illuminates how meaningful acts of kindness can take precedence over monetary wealth. Read in En...

The story follows the life of Stepan Ovsyanikov, a peasant who has recently become a landowner. Stepan, who was once a serf, is now the proud owner of a small estate. Despite his newfound freedom, Stepan's life is far from easy. He struggles to manage his land and make ends meet, and his relationships with his family members are strained. As the story unfolds, we see Stepan grappling with the responsibilities that come with landownership. He tries to be a good landlord to his serfs, but he...