Alexander Stepanov – The Zvonarev Family, Book 2 | Soviet Historical Novel, USSR 1963

An original 1963 Soviet edition of The Zvonarev Family (Семья Звонаревых), Book Two, by Russian historical novelist Alexander Stepanov.

This illustrated historical novel continues the story begun in Port Arthur, exploring the lives of its characters against the backdrop of early 20th-century Imperial Russia, political upheaval and World War I.

The novel combines military history, social drama and family relationships, making it an interesting example of mid-century Soviet historical fiction.

Features

• Original Soviet edition from 1963

• Illustrated hardcover with striking vintage cover art

• Black-and-white interior illustrations

• Historical fiction set in Imperial Russia

• Themes of war, family, society and political change

Bibliographic Information

Author: Alexander N. Stepanov
Title: The Zvonarev Family (Семья Звонаревых)
Volume: Book Two
Publisher: Sovetskaya Rossiya
Publication: Moscow, 1963
Language: Russian
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrations: Black and white
Print run: 300,000 copies

Condition

Vintage pre-owned condition with rubbing, scratches and wear to the cover, particularly along the edges and corners. Pages show natural age-related yellowing. See photographs for the exact condition.

Note: This is Book Two only. Written entirely in Russian.