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Louis XIV Asks Riddles III

Posted on March 20, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, it’s time for a new curious riddle. I will give you a little hint: this is a plant known to all of you. Good luck! ‘I long for an eternal spring. My colour is the colour of hope. … Continue reading →

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Treasures of “Mercure Galant”: 1685

Posted on March 6, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, I have discovered a wonderful collection of coins published in various editions of “Mercure Galant”. So I will share it with you, as besides a numismatic & historical value, they are true gems of art. These coins come … Continue reading →

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Mercure Galant: Messenger of the Past – The Spirit of Carnival

Posted on March 4, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, Carnival always creates a special sort of spirit! It is a joy, hope for better life & finally sunny warm days. So, I have discovered this curious drinking song in one of “Mercure Galant” editions & share it … Continue reading →

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Fairy-tale: The Languages of the Birds

Posted on February 24, 2019 by

  Esteemed Readers, here is the first Russian folk-tale I would like to share with you. The name Vasili derives from the Greek Βασίλειος (king), in English is more common as Basil. It is very rare in our folk-tales…well at … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles II

Posted on February 21, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, we go on our riddle section. 🙂 I would like to present you a riddle of a bit different sort, more allegoric and that’s why more intricating. I hope that it will flash up your imagination & you … Continue reading →

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Russian Slavic Pagan Gods

Posted on February 17, 2019 by

The Russian Pagan Pantheon is very similar in its meaning to the Roman mythology as the Slavic society used to be pagan & shared the same views. However, the ancient Russians carved statues of their gods from wood. Often they … Continue reading →

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Russian Mythology: Slavic Origins

Posted on February 12, 2019 by

What is comprehended under the Russian mythology is a branch of various Slavic beliefs & traditions once wide-spread all over Europe. The Slavs represent a huge Indo-European group of diverse peoples, which had a bright individuality. We can make this conclusions … Continue reading →

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