Question by Aq: Could you recommend me a good short story by Leo Tolstoy that you liked? Answers and Views: Answer by 121Crime and Punishment....the Texted version. Read all the answers in the comments. Give your own answer to this question! … [Read more...] about Please recommend me a good short story by Leo Tolstoy?
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Does anyone know anything about Dostoevsky?
Question by tbabygurl162006: Does anyone know anything about Fyodor Dostoevsky? I was just wondering if maybe anyone knew what kind of philosopher he was? Does anyone know of any good websites where I can find information because everything I keep … [Read more...] about Does anyone know anything about Dostoevsky?
How did Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s mother influence him?
Question by Hi: How did Tchaikovsky's mother influence him? Tchaikovsky was influenced by his mother and a woman named Nadezhda von Meck, who loaned money to Tchaikovsky so he could focus on his compositions. Although, I do not understand how his … [Read more...] about How did Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s mother influence him?
What type of space shuttle and rocket is Russia using now?
Question by Rob: What type of space shuttle and rocket is Russia using? I was reading that Russia is working on a new design is that true? What is Russia and China doing with their space program. Answers and Views: Answer by lithiumdeuterideFor … [Read more...] about What type of space shuttle and rocket is Russia using now?
What is the main point of Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya”?
Question by gmnastcsrocks: What is the point of Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya"? I just finished reading Uncle Vanya, and fail to understand the point of the play. Were there hidden messages or morals I missed? Or is it just a pointless production with a … [Read more...] about What is the main point of Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya”?
How can anyone like War and Peace by Tolstoy?
Question by shane_oneal2005: How can anyone like War and Peace (Tolstoy)? Because personally, I hate the long, boring plot. Answers and Views: Answer by HOWARDit makes a very good doorstop or something to stand on to reach high shelves. Read all … [Read more...] about How can anyone like War and Peace by Tolstoy?
Was Pushkin partly Arabic?
Question by Eric F: Was Pushkin partly Arabic? I can't find it on wikipedia (shocker!) but Pushkin looks slightly arabic/jewish. Does anyone know? I really hope he was not a jew. Answers and Views: Answer by sssnakelingActually, the very first … [Read more...] about Was Pushkin partly Arabic?