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The Role of The Russian Spirit In Folklore

Posted on September 13, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, finally we have come to a very important point that should be mentioned in the context of the Russian folklore. I mean so called “Russkij Duh” or the  Russian Spirit.  This is a mysterious essence, condition, whatever which … Continue reading →

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Jean-Baptiste Lully: Chant Militaire Monsieur de Turenne

Posted on September 4, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, the music plagiarism existed long before the 20th century & our pop-culture. I present you an old French military song composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully for Messire de Turenne’s regiment. I’m certain you have heard it in Georges Bizet’s … Continue reading →

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La Gazette: Historical News Today – 1631

Posted on August 26, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, we continue our fascinating dive into the environment of the Thirty Years’ War. Here are new tidings from the battle fields: Aleppo, Syria, April 28, 1631: “Alike the last winter that has been the most severe since the … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles VIII

Posted on August 22, 2019 by

  Esteemed Readers, it’s time for a new riddle. It’s a short & needs some pondering. My hint: it is linked with publishing. Good luck! “I’m referred to learn seasons & when the Sun enters each of his twelve houses. … Continue reading →

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Magical weapon in the Russian Fairy-Tales

Posted on August 18, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, I suppose that it will be logical to go on a bit further about the magic background in the Russian folklore. Besides all of us are fond of magic in this or that way. So, today I invite … Continue reading →

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Magic in The Russian Folk Tales

Posted on August 12, 2019 by

Alike any other folklore, the Russian one if full of its own symbolism & magic. Based on the presented fairy-tales we might highlight its supernatural & too often invisible essence often dark, terrible, interconnected with death. The magic in the … Continue reading →

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Mercure Galant: St. George’s Ceremony

Posted on August 7, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, the religious feasts were very important & celebrated with a Royal splendour in the 17th century France. Here is a little description of St George’s day in Besançon during which the Chevalier Order bearing the same name inducted … Continue reading →

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