Articles is the long-read section of Blu42 Media: essays, notes, guides and feature stories on any topic — from the history, people and places behind our books to literature, travel, science, culture and everyday questions. Some pieces grew out of the library's collection; others simply explore subjects that deserve a closer look.
Scroll down to browse the latest publications, or open a category to dive into a single theme. Every article is free to read online — new pieces are added regularly.
The Crimean War in First-Hand Accounts: Where to Start Reading
A guided tour of the essential first-hand books on the Crimean War — campaign narratives, war correspondence, surgical memoirs and travel accounts of the peninsula.
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Welcome to Blu42 Media: A New Library of Rare Historical Books
Announcing Blu42 Media: a free multilingual library of rare historical books on any topic — opening with Ukraine, Crimea and the Black Sea. Browse by category, author, place, genre or year.
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