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Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar by Jules Verne: Jules Verne's thrilling adventure novel takes readers on an unforgettable journey with Michael Strogoff, a courier tasked with a perilous mission to deliver a crucial message to the Czar. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia, this captivating tale of courage, loyalty, and perseverance is a timeless classic that continues to enthrall readers of all ages. Key Aspects of the Book "Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar": Russian Adventure: The enthralling journey of Michael Strogoff across the vast expanse of 19th-century Russia. Courage and Loyalty: The unwavering bravery and loyalty of the protagonist in fulfilling his dangerous mission. Classic Adventure Novel: Jules Verne's masterful storytelling and vivid portrayal of a daring escapade that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Jules Verne was a pioneering French author known as the "Father of Science Fiction." Born in 1828, Verne's imaginative narratives and extraordinary adventures have left an indelible mark on literature. In "Michael Strogoff; Or, The Courier of the Czar," Verne presents a captivating tale of high-stakes adventure and the indomitable spirit of a courier facing tremendous challenges. With a boundless imagination and meticulous attention to detail, Verne's works have transcended time and continue to be cherished by readers around the world.

There were few countries which were so full of interest to the world as was Russia. In laying the scene of this story in this great empire, Jules Verne seems to have aimed to gratify his readers. A revolt in some of the remoter provinces makes it necessary for the Czar to communicate with his brother, the Grand Duke, at Irkutsk. Michael Strogoff, one of the corps of the couriers of the Czar, is selected for the dangerous service. His marvelous coolness, prudence, and courage are constantly and thoroughly tested in the course of his perilous journey, but atlast he falls into the hands of the insurgents. The story of his thrilling adventures is related with such vivid power as to make it seem like an actual narrative, while the descriptions of the country, of the people, and of their customs are evidently the result of actual study and close observation.

The book Post-Socialist Translation Practices explores how Communism and Socialism, through their hegemonic pressure, found expression in translation practice from the moment of Socialist revolution to the present day. Based on extensive archival research in the archives of the Communist Party and on the interviews with translators and editors of the period the book attempts to outline the typical and defining features of the Socialist translatorial behaviour by re-reading more than 200 translations of children's literature and juvenile fiction published in the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY). Despite the variety of different forms of censorship that the translators in all Socialist states were subject to, the book argues that Socialist translation in different cultural and linguistic environments, especially where the Soviet model tried to impose itself, purged the translated texts of the same or similar elements, in particular of the religious presence. The book also traces how ideologically manipulated translations are still uncritically reprinted and widely circulated today.