The RT TV channel is running a poetry marathon to coincide with the release of the book "Poetry of the Russian Summer" Poets, actors and public figures will read from the book. The marathon will last until June 17 and will be broadcast on the channel's website and social media sites, including Facebook and Twitter.
The book will be published in hardback and paperback, with a limited edition of 1,000 copies. The first edition will be available in Russia, with the rest available in the U.S.