Alexander Blok's poem "The Twelve" is one of the most energetically charged and enigmatic texts in Russian literature. Written in the immediate aftermath of the revolution, it immediately provoked a mixed, yet invariably strong public reaction. This book aims to help understand this unsolved text, featuring a reading of the poem accompanied by historical and cultural commentary and excerpts from Alexander Blok's journalism that reconstruct his unique concept of the revolution. This image of the first months of the revolution is further complemented by photographs and vivid illustrations by Yu. Annenkov, M. Larionov, N. Goncharova, and other artists.
Author: Alexander Blok
Illustrations: Yu. Annenkov, M. Larionov, N. Goncharova, and others
Pages: 32 (coated paper). Paperback
Dimensions: 235x165x3 mm
Series: Books with Illustrated Commentary
