Lingua: Inglese
Editore: Progress Publishers, Moscow, USSR
Prima edizione
Soft cover. Condizione: Good. Charushin, Y. (illustratore). First English Language Edition. Another in a series of illustrated children's books designed to teach young readers about the world & values. First published in the former Soviet Union (USSR),translated from the original Russian into English. Unpaginated, with full color illustrations on every page. No dates in book, but others from this publisher that are similar are c. 1960s-1970s. Oversized softcover has a stapled binding with decorative paper wrappers, unpaginated. Condition is downgraded to only Good due to tearing at the top corner at spine edge, traveling about 3" across the top of the front cover. Lesser edgewear & minor corner creasing. Otherwise, very clean with the occasional spot. Staples are secure, with a bit of rust; all pages intact. NO writing or underlining or highlighting or coloring; not ex-lib. Our photos depict the Exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping on all orders received by 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day. BONUS: order more than one of these translated Russian children's books & save 20%, second & subsequent books ship for only $1.00 extra each! 0.
Editore: Progress Publishers, Moscow
Da: Walk A Crooked Mile Books, Williamsburg, PA, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: No Dust Jacket. illustrated by author (illustratore). KPC 039819 This stapled softcover has an elephant on the front cover and 7 other animals on the back cover. Within the format is a two page spread, with at least two illustrations of an animal, accompanied by some text about the animals. The beautiful earth tones characteristic of Progress Publishers children's books. The covers have overall light soiling, front top is dogeared, and there is scuffing and some missing chips along edges. Tape has been applied along bottom spine and edge of bottom of front cover. Still very usable children's book.
EUR 29,83
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloSoft cover. Condizione: Fine. This illustrated children's book, How They Live, was written and illustrated by Yevgeny Ivanovich Charushin (19011965), one of the most original and influential figures in Soviet children's literature and book illustration. The work reflects Charushin's lifelong fascination with the natural world and his unique ability to observe and convey animal life with warmth, humour, and emotional truth. Charushin began his career as an artist before turning to children's literature, and this dual background shaped his distinctive creative voice. Unlike many illustrators of his time, he avoided decorative idealisation, instead focusing on the individuality and behaviour of animals. His drawings are characterised by soft, tactile lines, a restrained colour palette, and a remarkable sense of movement, allowing animals to appear lively, vulnerable, and recognisably real. Charushin believed that children should encounter nature honestly and empathetically, a principle that informed both his visual style and his writing. As an author, Charushin favoured simple, direct language that closely follows the rhythms of spoken speech. His texts often describe everyday moments in the lives of animals, encouraging young readers to observe, compare, and understand rather than merely consume a story. This approach aligned with progressive educational ideas of the early Soviet period, which emphasised curiosity, observation, and respect for the natural environment. Charushin's books were widely read and used both at home and in educational settings, shaping the visual and literary sensibilities of generations of children. Charushin's contribution to Soviet book art extended beyond his own publications. He was closely associated with the Leningrad school of illustration and collaborated with leading publishers throughout his career. His influence can be traced in the work of later illustrators who adopted his emphasis on expressiveness, emotional restraint, and close observation of nature.
Editore: Moscow, Progress Publishers, 1979, 1979
Da: Antiquariaat Digitalis, Amsterdam, Paesi Bassi
EUR 15,00
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloSoft cover. Condizione: Very Good. (20) pp., including cover, pictorial paper, stapled. Age toning, very good copy. 28 x 21 cm.
EUR 20,00
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloEnglisch ISBN: 5050017114 Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 60 Lexi.-8° (25 - 30 cm), Heft; Zustand: 3, Altersentsprechend, Gebrauchtspuren, angestaubt, berieben, Ecken bestoßen, Innen gut;