The article explores the life and work of Marian Fell Vans Agnew, an American translator who introduced Russian literature to English-speaking audiences. Fell's time in Siberia as a teenager inspired her to promote Russian culture in America. The study looks at Fell's translations, her collaborations with publishing companies, and how Russian critics viewed her work. Overall, Fell made a significant contribution to bridging the gap between Russian and American cultures through her translations of authors like Anton Chekhov and Vladimir Korolenko.