Memes For Our Times We explain ten recent memes that best capture the current sociopolitical mood across a large subset of Russian society. Culture Dissent Humor Internet War
Greetings, Your Majesty During another trip to Sweden, the author learns a few things about monarchy. Humor
The Crocodile Dostoyevsky's hilarious story about a man swallowed by a crocodile, which was also a brilliant satire on political economy and the importation of Western ideas to Russia. Humor
The Private Life of Alexander Pushkin A touching autobiographical story of the author's first year as a teacher, far from the glittering lights of the capital. Humor
A Great Honor Sometimes unexpected things happen when you are asked to speak and perform in the provinces. Humor
On Tverskoy Boulevard A run in with a traffic cop gives the author some perspective on the importance of literature. Humor
Reflecting on Russian: Tips from a Seven-Year Veteran A few insights to help you make it through Russian 101, from someone who's got a little experience. Education Humor Language Opinion Russia File
The Mouse A poignant autobiographical story of how a writer fell in love with a TV-loving mouse. Humor
