The 20th-Century Russian Novel: Revolution, Terror, Resistance

Sonechka 92-97

Pg. 92 — Holdall
A small bag used to pack and carry personal items, similar to a carry-on bag.

Pg. 93 — Gavrilin
May be referring to Russian musician and composer Valery Gavrilin. Part of the neo-folklore wave, Gavrilin was considered an exemplary Soviet artist and was awarded the USSR State Prize. Gavrilin was considered an artist of the people, using his music to illustrate contemporary life in the USSR.

Pg. 93 — Barbizonian
Person belonging to the Barbizon school of art, a movement in Paris during the 19th century. The Barbizon school was part of the larger naturalist movement occurring in Europe. Moving away from the romantic landscapes preceding the school, Barbizonian painters strived to paint landscapes more realistically. The school's leaders Théodore Rousseau and Jean-François Millet were inspired by 17th century Dutch and English painters who illustrated landscapes with a focus on observation and appreciation for nature.

Pg. 97 —  Vosfryakovo
A township within Moscow, Russia.

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