12 year-old Greta lives with her mother and older brother in a tiny apartment in East Germany. The book is written about the time period just after World War II, so Russian forces control the local government.
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12 year-old Greta lives with her mother and older brother in a tiny apartment in East Germany. The book is written about the time period just after World War II, so Russian forces control the local government.
Anna and her Jewish family have emigrated from Russia to New York City. Anna goes to school and learns English. But at home, she likes to wear her Russian dress and babushka.
"Lara's Gift" will capture the heart and attention of any dog-loving reader. Set in Russia, the book follows the joys and heartbreaks of Lara - daughter to the Count's borzoi kennel steward.
Babushka lives alone in far north of Russia. During the winter months, she is very lonely. She tries to keep busy by painting beautiful eggs to take the Festival.