Decoding Russian Mentality: Russian Culture Between the Lines (Part 1) is the first volume in a series of advanced-level textbooks designed for learners of Russian. This book introduces students to the richness of Russian literature and cinema, helping them uncover the cultural nuances hidden "between the lines." Through engaging texts, discussions, and creative activities, students will learn to analyze and interpret cultural references, as well as practice quoting from poetry and films with accuracy and confidence.