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Russian Life: May/Jun 2006
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17: The Victory That Wasn't
In 1916, the Brusilov Offensive was a surprise breakthrough on the Russian-Austrian front. Had those in command recognized its potential, WWI could have had a very different outcome.
:: Translation by Nora Favorov
Russian Calendar
19: If These Walls
One hundred years ago, the Smolny Institute was founded. We look back on its influence and what it was like to be a student there.
:: Translation by Nora Favorov
Russian Calendar
21: The Original Slavophiles
Ivan and Peter Kireyevsky were typical Russian intellectuals. Except that they weren't...
:: Translation by Nora Favorov
Russian Calendar
24: Setting the Bar High
Athleticisms, particularly those from the realm of track and field, are rich in the Russian language.
:: Illustrations/Images by Victor Bogorad
Survival Russian
26: The Treasury of Russian Art
On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Moscow's Tretyakov Gallery, we look back at the people and art that have helped this institution endure.
Features
36: Summer Entertainment Guide
Wondering what to read or view this summer? This guide is a start, featuring some of the best fiction for Russophiles out this summer.
Features
38: A Collector's Passion
James Sinclair and his passion for collecting Soviet militaria has led to the preservation of some very unique uniforms from the height of the Stalin era.
Features
40: The Poet of Time
Joseph Brodsky was one of the greatest poets of the 20th century. We explore his life and art, with the help of his friends.
Features
50: Non-Governmental Spies
A new Russian law on non-governmental organizations has many in Russia and the West worried about State interference. For instruction, we look at how a similar law has been implemented in neighboring Belarus.
Features
56: Chado, the Roving Superdog
"A dog is a basic necessity in the village, and the bigger the dog, the better..." But this is not a story about a big dog, at least not physically...
Notes from a Russian Village
58: Frittering Away the Harvest
A consideration of harvest time naturally leads to this recipe for Olady, or Apple Fritters. Quite tasty they are, too!
Cuisine
59: Tales of Russian Cities & Conservatism
A review of books on Odessa, Palekh and the roots of Russian conservatism. Plus a few odds and ends, including the winner of a new annual Russian to English Translation prize.
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