Two vintage Russian book editions, both published by Gramatu Draugs in Riga. The first, Escape into Darkness by Arthur Schnitzler, translated from German by L. Meyerson, was published in 1931 as part of the Library of Modern Literature series. The second book, Joker by Edgar Wallace, published in 1930, is a gripping thriller that showcases Wallaces mastery of suspense and intrigue. Vintage Russian Book Editions And Bibliophilic Collectibles.