An excerpt from the new book, Chekhov Becomes Chekhov, by Bob Blaisdell.

Where we remember Vladimir Lagrange, the photographer who showed everyday Soviets living their lives.

Today, January 29, is Anton Pavlovich Chekhov's 162nd birthday. Let's celebrate!

"I have enough safety margin for a lot more. Nothing is impossible, even at such a venerable age. Take care of yourself, dear friends, and never be afraid of anything."

– Maria Koltakova, the "Steel Granny," imparting wisdom, insight, and encouragement.

One of the earliest residents of Anchorage, Alaska, was a Russian guy with a larger-than-life personality.

Florence, Italy, is joining in on the Dostoyevsky anniversary fun.

In which we learn about the strong-willed and brilliant Anna Dostoyevskaya, the wife of Fyodor Dostoyevsky.

Fyodor Dostoyevsky's novels may be so psychologically complex for a reason you might not expect.

The salacious and derogatory myth surrounding the death of Catherine the Great has its roots in her detractors and successors, both at home and abroad.

For one month only, the Russian Museum is celebrating the life of Fyodor Dostoyevsky with a 200th birthday exhibit.

Eleven recent biopics highlight fascinating histories of Russians of ages past.

Vladimir Pozner Jr., Russian-American journalist and television host, describes his path to disillusionment.