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'A terrific book about a terrifying subject by the best historian of Russia working today' - Michael Burleigh, author of The Third Reich 'This work of a lifetime presents high-octane, high-political drama' - Guardian In Blood on the Snow, Robert Service returns to the subject that has formed the...

From acclaimed historian and author of Kremlin Winter and Blood on the Snow, a dramatic and expertly researched account of an extraordinary moment in Russia’s recent history: the August Coup. In the summer of 1991, a group of eight plotters came together to overthrow Mikhail Gorbachëv, then...

In Kremlin Winter, Robert Service, acclaimed biographer of Lenin, Stalin and Trotsky and one of the finest historians of modern Russia, brings his deep understanding of that country to bear on the man who leads it. 'One of our most accomplished, erudite and prolific historians of modern Russia'...

In Blood on the Snow, Robert Service returns to the subject that has formed the backbone of his long and distinguished career: the Russian Revolution. 'A terrific book about a terrifying subject by the best historian of Russia working today' – Michael Burleigh, author of The Third Reich For...

Cap the narrator makes a deal with his pal Sam McGee that he will cremate him when he dies. Now the problem is where to do this deed in the frozen Yukon.

Vladimir Putin has dominated Russian politics since Boris Yeltsin relinquished the presidency in his favour in May 2000. He served two terms as president, before himself relinquishing the post to his prime minister, Dimitri Medvedev, only to return to presidential power for a third time in 2012...

This is the story of the great stampede of gold seekers to Alaska, written from the eyewitness viewpoint of the author. Not just a spectator, the author was among the first gold seekers who took part in the initial mining activities in the northland.

This new and revised edition of poems about the men and women of the North features the most loved ballads by Robert Service, and is narrated by Michael Puttonen. While living in Whitehorse, Robert Service wrote The Cremation of Sam McGee, and other well-known poems. He wrote and published into his mid-eighties. He was quoted as saying, "I just go for a walk and come back with a poem in my pocket."

Sam McGee is one of the many gold miners of the Klondike Gold Rush. The freezing-cold and harsh winter of Yukon is about to take his next victim in the face of McGee. The poor man freezes to death on the trail. The night before he passed away, McGee had asked his friend, the narrator of the story, to cremate his remains, saying that he did not want to be buried in the frozen ground. However, after the man is cremated some strange things begin to happen.

Rhymes of a Rolling Stone is the final installment in Service's trilogy of Yukon verse. Conceived while returning to the Yukon via the daunting Edmonton Trail, and completed in his little cabin in Dawson City, this volume contains 50 new poems of life, love, and hardship in the North.

This new audiobook features a collection of Service's very best and most beloved verses from his time living in and writing about the Klondike.

This book pays tribute to one of the North Country’s most beloved poets and shares his first published collection of poems that debuted in 1907. Even though he never lived in Alaska, Robert W. Service helped put it on the map for most people with ballads like “The Shooting of Dan McGrew”, “The Cremation of Sam McGee”, and “The Call of the Wild”.

Ballads of a Cheechako is the sophomore volume of Yukon inspired verse from Scottish/Canadian poet Robert W. Service. Published in 1909, it was an immediate success and catapulted Robert W. Service to a household name around North America. This volume contains 22 verses exploring interesting characters and life in the early days of Canada's last frontier. From the man who staked the northern lights, to the Mounted Police, to hard-luck prospectors, and beyond, this book contains much of the framework for the collective vision we all share when we hear the word Klondike.

Songs of a Sourdough is the first published volume of verse from the man who would become "The Bard of the Yukon", Robert W. Service. This volume contains 33 verses exploring characters, landscapes, and life in the early days on Canada's last frontier. From the hardships to the humanity, and from harlots to the heart, Service's work breaks trail to a new way to look at Klondike.

In 2001, a group of Portland, ME area theatrical professionals began creating a series of audio theatre programs: Nightmares on Congress Street, "classic horror stories to chill and thrill". These productions have all been broadcast on Maine's NPR station for the past few Halloween Eves.

During the Yukon Gold Rush, a jilted lover returns to settle his score.

Explore the profound experiences of wartime through the lens of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the human spirit in "Rhymes of a Red Cross Man." This podcast delves into the emotional landscapes shaped by conflict, reflecting on the resilience and compassion found in the darkest of times. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of service, bravery, and the often-unseen emotional toll of those who served as caregivers on the front lines. Listeners are invited to journey through a series of unique explorations that illuminate the stories of individuals who faced the ...

Embark on a journey through the rugged landscapes and untamed spirit of the Yukon, where the poetry of adventure and the human experience intertwine. This podcast celebrates the essence of frontier life, capturing the thrill of discovery and the tales of those who dared to dream beneath the vast northern skies. With each episode, listeners are treated to a new complete audiobook that reflects the humor, heartache, and resilience found in the verses inspired by the gold rush era and the wilderness itself. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite you to ponder ...

Embark on a journey through the rugged landscapes of the Yukon, where the spirit of adventure and the call of the wild resonate in every verse. This podcast delves into themes of wanderlust, exploring the allure and peril of venturing into untamed territories. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, offering a rich tapestry of poetry that captures the excitement, beauty, and inherent dangers of the northern frontier. From the thrill of exploration to the haunting shadows that accompany the quest for freedom, listeners are invited to immerse themselves in a series of unique explorations...

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty and spirit of the Canadian wilderness with the "Ottawa Folk Festival Robert Service Collection (from The Spell of the Yukon)." This podcast invites you to explore themes of adventure, nature, and the resilience of the human spirit, as reflected in the iconic works of Robert Service. Every episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that captures the essence of life in the Yukon and the timeless tales of those who ventured into its vast landscapes. Each recording is a unique exploration, showcasing the rich tapestry of stories ...