About This Edition
A beautifully illustrated Soviet hardcover published by Molodaya Gvardiya (Moscow) featuring artwork by Kaleria and Boris Kukuliev and Oleg An. Includes English translation booklet.
This collectible edition honors Yuri Gagarin, the first human in space, through stunning Palekh miniature-style art celebrating Russian culture, heroism, and exploration.
About the Author
Albert Likhanov (1935–2021) was a Russian author and humanitarian known for his moving depictions of Soviet youth, war, and moral struggle. As founder of the Russian Children’s Foundation, Likhanov wrote extensively about resilience and humanity amid societal change.
About the Artwork
The cover art and internal illustrations are by Kaleria Vasilyevna Kukulieva, a renowned Palekh artist. Palekh art is a traditional Russian lacquer miniature style celebrated for its vivid storytelling and cultural symbolism. The artwork in Son of Russia honors Gagarin’s legacy and the artistic spirit of the Soviet space age.
Yuri Gagarin, Soviet space, USSR, Russian art, Palekh illustration, Molodaya Gvardiya, Cold War, vintage Soviet book, astronaut memorabilia, Russian propaganda art