Question by Taryn: How well is Dostoevsky translated? On average, how accurate/true to the russian versions are translations of his texts. I really like what I've read so far, but I'd like know if what I like is more or less his diction or someone … [Read more...] about How well are Dostoevsky’s works translated?
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When was Rasputin introduced to the Russian royal family?
Question by Edd: When Was Rasputin First Introduced to the Russian Monarchy? Was it 1905? Thanks! Answers and Views: Answer by PacoIn 1905, the The Tsaritsa, was looking for help with her husbands illness (which we now know as hemophilia), asked … [Read more...] about When was Rasputin introduced to the Russian royal family?
Was the Soviet Union justified in its tension against the US?
Question by Marjane Satrapi: Was the Soviet Union justified in its tension and possible aggression against the United States? I asked if "Islamophobia" was comparable to the Red Scare One of you said that the terrorists of today have no … [Read more...] about Was the Soviet Union justified in its tension against the US?
Your favorite recordings of Tchaikovsky’s 1st piano concerto?
Question by Alexander H: What are your favorite recordings of Tchaikovsky's 1st piano concerto? Answers and Views: Answer by G-I personally like Glenn Gould's version and also Arthur Rubenstein played it for a commemorative concert or something. … [Read more...] about Your favorite recordings of Tchaikovsky’s 1st piano concerto?
How much is an original Wassily Kandinsky painting cost?
Question by DefenceDespereaux: How much is an original Wassily Kandinsky painting/work of art cost? Answers and Views: Answer by erin44213priceless in my book....millions Read all the answers in the comments. Know better? Leave your own answer! … [Read more...] about How much is an original Wassily Kandinsky painting cost?
Fans of Chelsea before Abramovich bought the Club?
Question by Kevin K: Chelsea Fans: How many of you were fans of Chelsea before Abramovich bought the Club? Answers and Views: Answer by JackQuestion should be 'before they were successful' And I think the answer will be very few, but none of them … [Read more...] about Fans of Chelsea before Abramovich bought the Club?
What is the main theme of the chekhov’s play ‘the proposal’?
Question by smiley25: What is the main theme of the play 'the proposal' by anton chekhov? Answers and Views: Answer by rhapwordFrom Wikipedia: The farce explores the process of getting married and could be read as a satire on the conventions of … [Read more...] about What is the main theme of the chekhov’s play ‘the proposal’?
Where do Russian billionaires go to school?
Question by dopplerhd: Russia has the most number of billionaires. where do they go to school? THIS QUESTION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION ONLY! I DONT NEED ANY HATERS HERE where do russian billionaires send their children to school? I searched google … [Read more...] about Where do Russian billionaires go to school?
A great sweet and sour cabbage borscht recipe?
Question by Rosey: Does anyone know of a great sweet and sour cabbage borscht recipe? Answers and Views: Answer by danuSweet and Sour Cabbage Borscht 2 pounds plate brisket 1 marrow bone 1 onion diced 2 cups canned tomatoes 1 small head cabbage- … [Read more...] about A great sweet and sour cabbage borscht recipe?
What did Khrushchev mean by the cult of individual in his “Secret Speech”?
Question by Casper Vaught: In Khrushchev's "The Secret Speech" what does he mean by the cult of the individual in relation to Stalin? Need this for my history class and I honestly dont get it. Also, what were Stalin's crimes according to … [Read more...] about What did Khrushchev mean by the cult of individual in his “Secret Speech”?