стихи и поэзия

биографии и мемуары

публицистика

историческая литература

документальная литература

A GRU Major General and a prominent spy, Dmitri Polyakov (1921-1988) revealed Soviet secrets to the FBI and CIA for 25 years and was called "the jewel in the crown" of spies by CIA Director James Woolsey. He was sold out by Soviet spies Aldrich Ames and Robert Hanssen and executed. Two months after that, President Reagan sought in vain Polyakov’s pardon at his summit with Mikhail Gorbachev in 1988. The author new quite well Polyakov’s son Petr, who moved to the US after the fall of the USSR.

I Spy With My Little Eye

This essay explores why certain Russian words resist direct translation into other languages. It examines concepts such as toska, dusha, poshlost, avos, and volya, showing how each encodes culturally specific emotions and worldviews. Drawing on linguistic and cultural studies, it argues that untranslatability reflects different ways languages structure experience rather than lexical deficiency.

Russian Words That Dont Translate

Athos is a place of pilgrimage for many Orthodox Christians. What does the Holy Mountain look like through the eyes of a Russian pilgrim, what is the administrative structure of the monasteries there, how does monastic life proceed under the Protection of the Mother of God? The reader will be able to find answers to these questions in this book.

Five years on Mount Athos 2013-2017

Faithfulness to God’s path means choosing steady, purposeful steps over frantic rushing. It brings balance between action and rest, nurturing inner peace, clarity, and resilience. This patient journey fosters trust in divine timing, allowing growth and creativity to unfold naturally. By following the One who leads, we find freedom from extremes, embracing a life of faithful persistence, humility, and lasting fulfillment.

любовные романы

остросюжетные любовные романы

Paced by Grace. Finding Life in Following God’s Lead.

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in November, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 11 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the eleventh month of the calendar year.

научная фантастика

современная русская литература

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 11, November

In the beating heart of Nigeria, a Soviet military interpreter finds his destiny intertwined with the burgeoning Nigerian Air Force. Amidst the country’s rich cultural tapestry and historical depth, he treads a delicate path of military and diplomatic complexities. As the Air Force comes of age, clandestine operations and ambitions take wing against a backdrop of chaotic city streets and serene savannas. This is a saga of unity and individuality, where language barriers, power struggles, and personal bonds underline the journey. Against the hum of jet engines and a boundless sky, a story of modern evolution dances with the echoes of ancient realms, painting a vivid portrait of life and legacy beneath the African sun.

My Nigeria 1978-1980

This is a story about the author's critical health condition, as he experiences a serious medical emergency, including fainting spells, pacemaker surgery, and subsequent recovery. The timeline begins on June 1, 2025, when the author, losing consciousness, calls an ambulance, followed by emergency surgery at a hospital. The surgery is performed under local anesthesia, and the author describes his feelings and experiences during the procedure, including irritability and discomfort. Following the surgery, the author experiences a nine-day blackout, during which he enters a state of amnesia, with no memory of his hospital stay or surgery. Memories of thirst and attempts to find water contrast with his physical condition. Recovery begins on June 11, when the author regains consciousness, realizes the need to communicate with loved ones, and finds his phone with the help of a concierge.

Nine Days in June. The Restart

My Discovery of America 1993 – 2004 is a short story of what I have seen and learnt within ten years travelling around the USA and visiting New York City, Rochester, Buffalo, and Niagara Falls in Upstate New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, Falmouth, and Plymouth in Massachusetts, Chicago and Naperville in Illinois, Houston and Dallas in Texas, New Orleans in Louisiana, Miami, Orlando, and Cape Canaveral in Florida, San Francisco in California, and Princeton in New Jersey.

My Discovery of America 1993 – 2004

Saint Athanasius, steadfast defender of the Nicene faith, faced relentless persecution from Arians and imperial authorities. Despite exile, false accusations, and church conflicts, he remained a spiritual leader and tireless writer. His courage, wisdom, and devotion sustained the faithful through trials, preserving orthodox Christianity. Ultimately, his enduring legacy shaped the Church’s foundation against heresy and secured his place as one of the greatest saints of the early Church.

книги по психологии

саморазвитие / личностный рост

о психологии популярно

образовательные подкасты

саморазвитие и советы

Athanasius of Alexandria. Defender of the Faith amidst Persecution. Hagiography

Monasticism is a profound spiritual path that begins not with changing location but with a sincere, attentive commitment to live before God in one’s current circumstances. True monastic life arises from inner readiness, not escape. Only when this choice is stable does the decision to live in the world or monastery emerge naturally, reflecting genuine vocation rather than avoidance.

космическая фантастика

Not a Place, But a Choice: Understanding True Monasticism

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in January, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 1 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the first month of the calendar year.

изучение языков

французский язык

иностранные языки

знания и навыки

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 1, January

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in February, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 2 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the second month of the calendar year.

учебная и научная литература

монографии

юридическая литература

языкознание

судебное право

криминалистика

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 2, February

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in September, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 9 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the ninth month of the calendar year.

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 9, September

This collection of limericks is a poetic portrait of Viktor, told through the places, cultures, and ideas he loves. England and London, New York and New Orleans, Amsterdam and Jerusalem, Mount Athos, open-air museums, California’s giant trees, music and cinema all appear in light, playful verse. His love for the Beatles and the English language runs through the book, alongside his work as a translator, his respect for tradition, and his taste for solitude, curiosity, and a thoughtful way of life

Ислам / мусульманство

социальная философия

Collected Limericks of Places, Words, and Quiet Joys

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in March, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 3 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the third month of the calendar year.

словари, справочники

самоучители

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 3, March

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in October, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 10 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the tenth month of the calendar year.

законы и постановления

теория государства и права

история права

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 10, October

In November 1968, despite radio jamming, I recorded the full Beatles’ White Album broadcast on Voice of America in Moscow. This rare opportunity to hear Western music firsthand amidst censorship became a defining cultural moment. The recording symbolized the power of art to transcend political and technical barriers, connecting listeners across the Iron Curtain and preserving a shared human experience through music.

мистика

городское фэнтези

детективное фэнтези

young adult

The White Album through the Static: How Music Broke Through the Iron Curtain

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in April, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 4 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the fourth month of the calendar year.

фэнтези

исторические любовные романы

любовное фэнтези

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 4, April

The Lives of the Scottish Saints catalogs Scottish saints, highlighting their missionary work, local cults, and dedications like churches named after them. It focuses on their influence in Scotland rather than national identity, briefly outlining origins, connections, and feast days of saints such as St. Ernan, St. Suibhne, and St. Kentigern, setting a foundation for deeper exploration across the calendar year.

современные любовные романы

The Lives of the Scottish Saints

This volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in May, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 5 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the fifth month of the calendar year.

социальная психология

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 5, May

This final volume presents detailed lives of Orthodox saints commemorated in December, according to the Julian (Old) Calendar. It offers rich historical and spiritual insights into the saints’ virtues, struggles, and miracles. Volume 12 serves as a comprehensive guide for faithful readers seeking inspiration and understanding of the Church’s sacred heritage throughout the twelfth month of the calendar year.

юриспруденция

справочная литература

The Lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church: Volume 12, December

True spiritual life thrives in hiddenness, offered quietly to God alone without seeking human praise. Revealing one’s efforts feeds vanity and diminishes their value. Genuine faith trusts God’s unseen gaze, freeing the soul from needing approval and allowing true transformation. The deepest struggles and growth happen in silence, where humility guards the heart. Only in this secret offering does the soul find lasting peace and the eternal reward from God.

ужасы / мистика

Silent Struggles: The Power of Hidden Faith in the Orthodox Life

The glossary contains approximately 3,500 words and phrases most frequently found in Orthodox literature and is intended for translators, students of religious and secular educational institutions, and anyone interested in Orthodox Christianity.
Глоссарий содержит около 3500 слов и словосочетаний, наиболее часто встречающихся в православной литературе, и предназначен для переводчиков, студентов духовных и светских учебных заведений, а также для всех, интересующихся православным христианством.

гуманитарные и общественные науки

культура и просвещение

педагогика

социокультурная деятельность

Orthodox Christianity Russian-English Glossary Православное христианство Русско-английский глоссарий

Byzantium, the Eastern Roman Empire, was a millennium-long cultural and military bridge between continents, preserving Rome’s legacy and defending Europe against invasions. Far from an impostor, it shaped religion, art, and politics, influencing the Renaissance and Orthodox Christianity. Its wealth and diplomacy balanced power, while its symbols and traditions lived on, notably in Russia. Byzantium’s profound legacy endures in shaping the modern world.

Viktor Nikitin