The Moscow Poetry File

Set against the backdrop of Moscow from 2004 to 2013, the narrative explores the transformative journey of an American businessman who finds love and rekindles his passion for art amidst the complexities of life in Russia. The story delves into the challenges of an intergenerational and cross-cultural relationship, framed by significant political events, including the murder of journalist Anna Politkovskaya. Through poetry, the author captures the vibrancy and peril of daily life, while celebrating love's triumph over adversity and offering a unique American perspective on contemporary Russian society.