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The Philosophy Of Survival by V. Ivanonv

Posted on April 24, 2026 by The Mitr

The book tackles some of the most burning questions of our time—what happens ir the nuclear arms race is not stopped? Is it possible to secure world peace? Is the scrapping of nuclear arms a short cut to another world war?

Written by a Marxist who has embraced the new thinking, the book offers the Soviet view of what is needed to assure human survival. The rendering is a tangible result of glasnost, that all-important component of perestroika.

The author’s easy style will be sure to attract people who are not necessarily experts in philosophy. Vladimir Ivanov (b. 1957), researcher of the Moscow Institute of Philosophy, a division of the USSR Academy of Sciences, is a leading specialist in the philisophy of history and politics, and has devoted himself to the evolution of the new thinking.

Translated from the Russian by Vic Schneierson

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Introduction 5

PART ONE. WAR AND HISTORY 11

The Social Essence of War 11
War in the Nuclear Age 22
National Security and Military Doctrine 34
The Road to the New Thinking 47

PART TWO. SEARCH FOR A JUST PEACE 62

The Philosopher’s View of Universal Peace 62
From the World Revolution to the Non-Aggression Pact 73
Break-up of the Old System 85
The Road to a Non-Violent World 95

PART THREE. SURVIVAL AND SOCIAL PROGRESS 107

Marxism and the New Political Thinking 107
The Optimism of History 117
The Philosophy of Trust 128
Development Through Disarmament 138

In Lieu of a Conclusion: The Outlook for Progress 151

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घर में अंतरिक्ष – फ्लोरेंती रबीजा (Space Adventures In Your Home In Hindi by Florenti Rabiza)

Posted on April 23, 2026 by The Mitr

यह किताब केवल पढ़ने के लिए नहीं है, बल्कि इसे एक बनाने और सोचने की किताब के रूप में पढ़ा जाना चाहिए।
आप सरल मॉडल और उपकरण बनाएंगे ताकि अद्भुत “अंतरिक्ष” प्रयोग कर सकें।
“कौन जानता है, शायद ये साधारण प्रोजेक्ट आपको अंततः एक अंतरिक्ष यान की सीढ़ी तक ले जाएं।”
“शुभकामनाएँ, प्रिय मित्रों, और आपकी यात्रा मंगलमय हो!”

अनुवादक देवेंद्र वर्मा
सभी श्रेय गुप्तजी को

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What Time Is It? – The Story Of Clocks by M. Ilin

Posted on April 23, 2026 by The Mitr

This book explores the fascinating history and evolution of timekeeping devices, from ancient methods of measuring time to modern mechanical clocks. Through engaging stories and historical anecdotes, the author brings to life the world of clocks, covering topics such as the origins of clocks in Alexandria, unique timekeeping tricks like milk clocks and fire clocks, and the innovations of clockmakers throughout history. The book also highlights notable figures, such as Brother Augustin and famous mechanical men, and examines iconic clocks like Big Ben and the wonders of the Strasbourg Cathedral. A blend of storytelling and science, this book offers both a journey through history and a deeper understanding of how time has been measured across different eras and cultures.

Translated by Beatrice Kincead

Illustrated by N. Lapshin

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CONTENTS

PART ONE
What the World Would Be Like Without Clocks 9
The Antique Shop 12
The Story of Brother Augustin 13
The Clock in the Sky 16
How People Measured Time by Steps 19
The Indian Fakir’s Trick 20
Clocks Which Had Faces But Which Lacked Hands 23
From Saint Petersburg Twenty-two Versts 25
Ivan Ivanitch’s and Ivan Petrovitch’s Little Talk 27
Milk Clocks 31
Clocks and Potions 34
“Big” and “Little” Hours or Long and Short Hours 36
A Live Alarm Clock 40
The Story of Marcus and Julius 42
The Clock-makers of Alexandria 45
The Clock of a “Thousand and One Nights” 50
Fire Clocks and Fire Alarm Clocks 53

PART TWO
The Plunder of the Crusaders 59
Clock and Well 62
A Few Words About Rabbits 64
Big Tom’s Joke 69
Nuremberg Eggs and What Was Hatched from Them 72
The Duke and the Pickpocket 81
Jacquemar and His Wife 84
Two Boys 88
What the Pendulum Said 92
Engineers of Former Centuries 97
Mechanical Men 102
The Wonders of Strasbourg Cathedral 108
Big Ben 114
Watches Have Pendulums Too 116
Prompt Aid When Accidents Happen 121
Shipping Time 125
Sky Clocks Again 128

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Russian Folk Lore by Y.M. Sokolov

Posted on April 22, 2026 by The Mitr

The course in Russian folklore which is presented herewith is designed
for students of the literary faculties in institutions of higher
education. But, in view of the almost complete lack at the present
time of general works on folklore, I have so arranged the book that it
may be useful also for teachers, graduate students, and those who are
beginning scientific work. This will explain the presence of somewhat
voluminous bibliographical materials on the points which are dealt
with in the book. It will explain also the comprehensiveness of the
historiographic survey. It has been my wish that my book might serve
as a primary source of assistance for the independent scientific work
of young specialists.

Translated by Catherine Ruth Smith

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Gas Welding And Cutting by D. Glizmanenko; G. Yevseyev

Posted on April 21, 2026 by The Mitr

This book is based in part on the course in gas welding and cutting read for welding students at the Bauman Higher Technical School (Moscow). In this edition intented for engineering colleges, the authors have also included some of the research work done by other investigators and material from other manuals and monographs on gas welding and cutting.

Part I of the book deals with the gases employed in flame welding and cutting, and equipment used for their production. Part II discusses the heating of metal by the flame of fuel gases burning in a mixture with oxygen, and the flame characteristics common to all flame welding or cutting processes.

A separate part is devoted to oxy-cutting, which at present is the basic and most commonly used process among the other cutting processes. This part covers the theory, equipment and procedures of oxy-cutting.

Gas welding is likewise treated in a separate part devoted to its theory, equipment, procedures and techniques as applied to various metals and alloys.
Part IV is given over to flame hardening, soft and hard soldering, and hard-facing.

Translated from the Russian by B. Kuznetsov

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Anthony Eden by V. Trukhanovsky

Posted on April 20, 2026 by The Mitr

In his monograph, V. Trukhanovsky, Corresponding Member of the USSR Academy of Sciences and a specialist on contemporary British history, presents a political biography of the famous British diplomat, Foreign Minister and Prime Minister, Anthony Eden, who played an important role in British foreign policy from the 1930s to the 1950s.

This political portrait of Anthony Eden also serves to illustrate Anglo-Soviet, Anglo-American and Anglo-European relations, particularly in the immediate pre-war years.

The author devotes specific attention to Eden’s political activity during the creation of the anti-Hitler coalition and in the post-war period.

This book represents a notable contribution to the elaboration of the history of international relations, and will be of interest to the wide readership.

Translated from the Russian by Ruth English

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Contents

From the Author 5

Chapter I The Beginning of the Road 7

Chapter II The First Stage in the Policy of “Appeasement” 41

Chapter III Foreign Secretary in a Government of “Appeasers” 96

Chapter IV The War Years 174

Chapter V Opposition: The First Post-War Decade 223

Chapter VI Failure of a Policy, Failure of a Career 285

Epilogue 345

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कज़्ज़ाक – लेव तोलस्तोय (Coszacks In Hindi by Lev Tolstoy)

Posted on April 19, 2026 by The Mitr

कज़्ज़ाक (The Cossacks) लेव तोलस्तोय का एक प्रमुख उपन्यास है, जिसमें मुख्य पात्र दिमित्री ओलेनिन के जीवन का वर्णन किया गया है। यह एक युवा रूसी कुलीन वर्ग का व्यक्ति है जो अपनी ज़िंदगी से निराश होकर युद्ध के मोर्चे पर जाता है और कोसैक समुदाय के बीच जीवन की सच्ची खुशी और उद्देश्य की तलाश करता है। कोसैक लोगों की जीवनशैली, संस्कृति और स्वतंत्रता उसे आकर्षित करती है, लेकिन अंततः वह इस नए जीवन और अपने पुराने अस्तित्व के बीच एक गहरी दुविधा में फंस जाता है। उपन्यास रूसी साम्राज्यवाद, प्रकृति, प्रेम और आत्म-साक्षात्कार की जटिलताओं पर आधारित है।

अनुवाद योगेन्द्र नागपाल

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How To Play Combinative Chess by A.A. Krotov

Posted on April 18, 2026 by The Mitr

Alexander Alexandrovich Kotov, born in 1913, entered the ranks of the U.S.S.R.’s foremost players in bold fashion after steadily mounting the classification ladder. He became a First Category player in 1934, and in 1938 he won the title of Master and qualified for the U.S.S.R. Championship. He was the hero of the 11th U.S.S.R. Championship (1939), and his performance was duly recognised when he was awarded the title of Grandmaster (the third to receive the title; the first being Botvinnik in 1935 and the second Levenfish in 1937).

His main characteristic of play was his fine feeling for the initiative. One of his notable traits was objectivity in appraising his own play, along with an attentive and critical attitude towards his shortcomings. By studying his mistakes, he repeatedly turned to the games of the great masters. In doing so, he broadened his horizon and overcame his predilection for purely tactical lines.

During the war years, he worked as an engineer at a factory in Moscow. In 1944, he was decorated with the Order of Lenin for his excellent work.

In the 16th U.S.S.R. Championship, he tied for first place with Bronstein and scored good results in the Moscow vs Budapest match in 1949. Gaining general recognition, Grandmaster Kotov emerged as one of the leading players in the world. He registered victories in the international tournament at Venice in 1950 and in the Stockholm Interzonal Tournament of 1952, where he scored 16 out of 20, outstripping Petrosian and Taimanov, who tied for second and third places.

Like Chigorin, Alexander Kotov had no use for draws without a struggle. He sought and found concealed possibilities in every position.

Alexander Kotov wrote a number of chess books. Among the most famous are Think Like a Grandmaster and Play Like a Grandmaster. He was also the co-author of The Soviet School of Chess.

A chess book based on A.A. Krotov’s works.

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World War II Myth The Realities by Oleg Rheshevsky

Posted on April 17, 2026 by The Mitr

The history of World War II continues, to fascinate scholars and writers, political leaders and statesmen, military specialists and laymen the world over. As before, it stirs people’s hearts and minds. That lasting impact is due to the organic link between present day developments and the realities of the past. This book gives the Soviet view of the causes, principal events and results of the war. The polemic against Western historians aims at a correct understanding of the lessons of the war and of the vital importance of the people’s endeavours in behalf of detente and international security for preventing another world holocaust that might spell the end of civilisation.

Translated from the Russian by Sergei Chulaki

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