Question by Roman Y: What are some examples of oppression in Russia during the time of Alexander Pushkin? Also, would his poem, "Uznik" ... be a work of literature that reveals this oppression... Also, if someone knows where to find an English … [Read more...] about Some examples of oppression in Russia during the time of Pushkin?
Your favorite tchaikovsky violin concerto interpreter?
Question by J0N4TH4N: who is your favorite tchaikovsky violin concerto interpreter? I have Kogan, Oistrakh, Perlman, Stern, Heifetz, Milstein, Kyung Hwa Chung, Zukerman, Kremer and little more. I like Oistrakh but recording is way too old and … [Read more...] about Your favorite tchaikovsky violin concerto interpreter?
How to appreciate War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy?
Question by bob jones: I want to be able to appreciate War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy? I am in highschool and sometime down the road (within the next few years) I want to be able to not only understand and appreciate, but also read with ease Leo … [Read more...] about How to appreciate War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy?
The symbolic significance of tea and vodka in Crime and Punishment?
Question by Joe C: what is the symbolic significance of tea and vodka in Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment? what does it mean when people are drinking tea as opposed to vodka? i am writing an essay on it and would appreciate any help. so far, i see … [Read more...] about The symbolic significance of tea and vodka in Crime and Punishment?
How did stalin get rid of his enemies?
Question by Jake: How did stalin get rid of his political enemies? Im doing about 15 slides ( Powerpoint ) on how stalin got rid of his political enemies, so far the only answers ive found is "He shot them"... Can anyone expand a little … [Read more...] about How did stalin get rid of his enemies?
The best way to delve into Pushkin?
Question by Em: What is the best way to delve into Pushkin? I would like to read Pushkin, I just have no clue as to where to start Answers and Views: Answer by F***y M*F**tFrom the beginning Read all the answers in the comments. Add your own … [Read more...] about The best way to delve into Pushkin?
The current clothing fashions in Russia?
Question by catfish: What are the current clothing fashions in Russia? Im going to visit the Ukraine and then Russia in October. Just wondering if anyone has a web link or knowledge of what kind of clothing is fashionable for guys in Russia now. I … [Read more...] about The current clothing fashions in Russia?