Books in Postcards From... series

The tumultuous political events that swept Russia in the early twentieth century sent powerful ripples around the world. The Bolshevik revolutionaries and activists had sympathizers among Americans and Europeans alike, and one notable way they exercised their support was through artfully created postcards. This remarkable volumepresents for the first time a newly unearthed collection of those cards that recount the 1917 Russian Revolution in a novel way. The postcards originated not only from Russia, but also from Germany, the United States, Belgium, and France, and they reflect their diverse origins in the rich array of artistic styles employed to create them. Whether simply drawn, hand-painted, or mass-printed, the cards present compelling and complex images of the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 and the people who were enmeshed in it. The cards serve as concise yet powerful artistic documents of Russian history and culture, as they display bloody and graphic street scenes, rare pictures of lesser-known revolutionary leaders, satirical sketches of Russian rulers, portraits of the royal family, illustrations of palaces and institutional buildings, and depictions of pivotal events leading up to the Revolution such as the 1905 assassination of Grand Duke Alexander. Also included in this fascinating visual narrative are cards depicting crucial events from the aftermath of the Revolution, including the great famine of 1921 and public celebrations of the newly formed Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. An unprecedented and arresting exploration of the Russian Empire in its death throes, Postcards from the Russian Revolution reveals a wholly new and vibrant perspective on one of the most important political movements of the twentieth century.

Travel--and learning about new places--has never been more fun than it is when going along for the ride with Arthur*s best friend, Buster Baxter. Releasing in time for the launch of PBS*s exciting new TV show, Postcards from Buster, this 32-page activity book is the perfect companion for young viewers or for any kids on the go. Packed with mazes, word games, search-and-finds and geography trivia, these games don*t just offer hours of entertainment, but also an opportunity to build cognitive skills; four free postcards and a full-color gatefold board game add value and reinforce the travel theme. As Arthur*s fans have come to expect, here is quality fun--that also opens a door to valuable information about the United States and its diverse peoples and places.