Vintage 1955 Leonid Leonov Russky Les Russian Forest Soviet Novel USSR Book

authentic 1955 Soviet edition of The Russian Forest (Русский лес / Russky Les) by acclaimed Russian author Leonid Leonov. Published in Moscow by Sovetsky Pisatel, this early Khrushchev-era edition appeared shortly after the novel received the Stalin Prize and remains one of the author's most important literary achievements.

Widely regarded as a classic of 20th-century Russian literature, The Russian Forest blends philosophical reflection, psychological drama, and historical fiction. Set before and during World War II, the novel explores the relationship between humanity and nature while examining questions of morality, scientific responsibility, and the preservation of Russia's forests. Long recognized as one of the earliest major ecological novels in Soviet literature, it continues to attract readers interested in environmental themes and Russian intellectual history.

The volume contains all 17 chapters of the novel and features decorative botanical chapter ornaments created by artist A. P. Radishchev, reflecting the elegant design of mid-century Soviet book publishing.

Key Features

• Authentic 1955 Soviet edition published by Sovetsky Pisatel
• Leonid Leonov's landmark novel The Russian Forest
• Winner of the Stalin Prize and one of the author's most celebrated works
• Set against the backdrop of World War II and the Russian wilderness
• Explores themes of nature, conservation, science, and human responsibility
• Decorative botanical chapter illustrations by A. P. Radishchev
• Excellent collectible for readers of Russian classics and Soviet literature

Item Specifics

Author: Leonid Maksimovich Leonov (Леонид Максимович Леонов)

Title: The Russian Forest (Русский лес)

Publisher: Sovetsky Pisatel, Moscow

Year Published: 1955

Printer: 2nd "Pechatny Dvor" Printing House named after A. M. Gorky, Leningrad

Language: Russian

Format: Hardcover

Print Run: 150,000 copies

Condition

Very good vintage condition.

The binding is tight, secure, and structurally sound. Interior pages are clean, complete, and free of writing, stamps, or inscriptions, with light, even age toning typical of 1950s Soviet paper. The hardcover shows normal signs of age and handling. Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition.

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