The Essay

To Russia with Love

Wednesday 27 February 2008 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

In the week leading up to the Russian presidential election, four writers, each intimately connected with Russia, examine some of the passions that led them to embark upon a life-long relationship with the nation.

Duration:

15 minutes

Playlist:

3/4. Simon Sebag Montefiore reflects on possibly the greatest of all historical romances - that between Catherine the Great and Prince Potemkin in 18th century St Petersburg.

The Essay

Episode and Playlist Information

• 10 Mar 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 6 Mar 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 5 Mar 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 4 Mar 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 3 Mar 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 28 Feb 08 To Russia with Love
• 27 Feb 08 To Russia with Love
• 26 Feb 08 To Russia with Love
• 25 Feb 08 To Russia with Love
• 21 Feb 08 Death & Philosopher