Leonid Andronov’s novel Stone has been included in the longlist for the 2024 Bazhov Literary Prize — a prestigious Russian award that celebrates literature exploring the cultural, historical, and spiritual layers of the Ural region.
Established in 1999, the Bazhov Prize is one of the most respected regional literary honors in Russia. Over the years, it has gained national recognition by supporting authors whose work captures the complexity and richness of regional identity, often bridging local mythologies with universal themes.
Stone is a mystical tale of ancestral secrets, curses, and a mysterious artifact that links the protagonist’s fate to the past. Set in Yekaterinburg, the novel blends folklore and realism to create a haunting, layered narrative.
The novel is available for purchase on the official author’s website.
Read the full longlist on the Bazhov Prize website
Established in 1999, the Bazhov Prize is one of the most respected regional literary honors in Russia. Over the years, it has gained national recognition by supporting authors whose work captures the complexity and richness of regional identity, often bridging local mythologies with universal themes.
Stone is a mystical tale of ancestral secrets, curses, and a mysterious artifact that links the protagonist’s fate to the past. Set in Yekaterinburg, the novel blends folklore and realism to create a haunting, layered narrative.
The novel is available for purchase on the official author’s website.
Read the full longlist on the Bazhov Prize website