russia (federation)

Explores the dynamics of traditional Russian culture, describing virtually every aspect of Russian life, including cultural patterns in social and professional life and their underlying assumptions and values.

Profiles Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin through interviews and photos, including descriptions of his childhood, his family, his time in the KGB, and other topics.

A Russian journalist presents a personal account of life in her country and the problems it faces since the death of the Communist regime.

Nine-year-old Elizaveta describes what her life is like in Russia through letters to her pen pal, describing the country's culture, cuisine, history, traditions, and celebrations.

Offers a brief overview of the life and career of tennis player Maria Sharapova, discussing her childhood, family, training, early matches, success as a professional, challenges, and other related topics.

A biography of skating star Ekaterina Gordeeva who, with her husband Sergei Grinkov, won two Olympic gold medals, and who, since his untimely death in 1995, skates alone.

Presents fourteen paintings created by Russian-French Jewish artist Marc Chagall, accompanied by the poetry of various notable children's writers.

Recounts the events surrounding the assassination of former Russian intelligence officer Alexander Litvinenko in 2006, and the investigation into the person or group responsible for his death.

Chronicles the life and career of Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky, exploring his impact on modern art and sharing some of his most famous works.