Russian Through Literature & Culture
For readers who want to meet Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Chekhov and Pushkin in their own language. Private lessons in New York, the Hamptons or online.
Why learn with B for Babushka
The classics, in the original. Begin with short stories and poems, and work your way up to the great novels.
The world behind the books. The history, places and ideas that shaped Russian writers.
Real conversations about what you read. Talk about characters and ideas in Russian as your language grows.
Who it’s for
Readers of the Russian classics who want more than a translation.
Lovers of Russian culture, from its poetry to its history.
Complete beginners with a love of books. Everyone starts somewhere.
Ready to begin?
Tell us which writers you love.