Children of the Arbat Books in Order

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The Children of the Arbat series by Anatoli Rybakov is a trilogy that explores the Soviet Union during the 1930s, focusing on the political and social upheavals leading up to the Great Purge. Set in Moscow, the series examines the impact of historical events on individuals, particularly during the buildup to the 'Congress of the Victors' and the murder of Sergey Kirov. The narrative spans the early years of the second Five Year Plan, highlighting the tensions and repression of the era.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Fear

    1990 · Anatoli Rybakov

    Fear is a novel by Anatoly Rybakov that explores the Soviet Union's buildup to the 'Congress of the Victors' and the early years of the second Five…

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  2. Dust and Ashes

    1994 · Anatoli Rybakov

    Dust and Ashes is a 1994 novel by Anatoly Rybakov that covers the Soviet Union's period leading up to the 'Congress of the Victors,' the early years…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Children of the Arbat books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Fear”. Start with “Fear.”

How many books are in the Children of the Arbat series?

We list 2 books by Anatoli Rybakov , published between 1990–1994.

Where can I buy the Children of the Arbat books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.