A Short Life of Pushkin

Praise

“Chandler, a superb translator from the Russian, rises to the challenge as he celebrates the writing while dodging the ‘crushing weight of reverence.'” – Independent

“This superb, short… book is a masterwork… a digestible, readable biography.” – Russian Life Magazine

“[…An] engaging and enjoyable “brief life” of Russia’s greatest, most quintessential poet.” – Times Literary Supplement

“I can’t recommend this excellent little book enough.” — Kaggsy’s Bookish Ramblings 

“I was delighted to have the chance to read and review this book … I would recommend this to anyone who wants a brief introduction to Pushkin.” - Nudge