Rhymes from the Russian

Name: Rhymes from the Russian
Author: John Pollen

For learners

Can I read Rhymes from the Russian in English as a learner?

Yes — read Rhymes from the Russian by John Pollen in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C2. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C2
Length: 27 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

Discover faithful English translations of Russia’s finest poets, capturing the spirit and soul of a society where poetry unites nobles, soldiers, and peasants alike, revealing the country's rich cultural and historical tapestry through verse.

What's inside

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Tap to translate

Touch any word or phrase to see it in your language, instantly, without leaving the page.

Save & practise

Keep the words you want. They become flashcards built from your own reading.

Audio narration

Listen to clear, natural narration and read along to train your ear.

Progress tracking

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Questions

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How do I read Rhymes from the Russian?

You can read the sample chapter free, with no account. To read the full book — with tap-to-translate, audio narration and saved progress — start your trial at quiz.nikmas.studio.

Is the text simplified or original?

It's the complete original text, exactly as John Pollen wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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