Formidable cloud

The tale of the talented children"s writer Sophia Markovna Makarova (1834-1887), which gave the name of the book, is devoted to the events of the Patriotic War of 1812 and its heroes, whose feats have long been the property of history. By 1912, the story was published seven times, which speaks of its extraordinary popularity. Published the book Alfred Devrien Publishing House (1872-1917), one of the best in Russia. Pictures and engraved portraits to the story executed the artist N.N. Karazin, who was then considered the best illustrator, Russian rival Gustava Dore. As a formidable cloud, Napoleon granted on us, and, as from clouds, there was no trace and trace left. And let this ethnic thunderstorm make us enthrall and love even stronger her fatherland ", says one of the heroes of the story.
This publication was prepared for the 2000th anniversary of the Patriotic War of 1812, contains the original text and complemented by new illustrations. The design of the book was performed in accordance with new printing technologies.
The book is intended for young people, students and all interested in domestic history