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Russian journalism of the 19th century

The XIX century in Russia was filled with the most important historical events, reforms and social movements. The beginning of the reign of Alexander I is associated with signs of liberalization in many sectors, for example: the abolition of the supreme body of political supervision - the Secret Expedition, an amnesty of freethinkers, ...

The history of Russian journalism of the 18th century

News, releases, various articles and reviews are things that a person in one way or another encounters daily. Most people learn about important events in the world through journalism. Journalism is not just a text in a newspaper, but a special social phenomenon that can provide continuous ...

Book Review “The House in Which” Mariam Petrosyan

Some people would have difficulty answering this question, but I had long ago decided for myself that the best book I have ever come across is “The House In Which ...” Mariam Petrosyan. This is a novel about a shelter for orphans with disabilities, which established its own laws that separate it from everything ...

History of Soviet Journalism

Domestic journalism of the Soviet era is a single propaganda complex, the formation of which began under the dictatorship of the Bolsheviks and the formation of a one-party press. Soviet journalism directed all its forces to maintaining the cult of the leader’s personality. Breakthroughs of the first five-year plans, achievements ...

What is Khlestakovism in the play The Examiner?

In his play The Examiner, N.V. Gogol showed all the most immoral, unjust, immoral that was in Russia of the 19th century. The author portrayed an ordinary small district town, mired in problems and vices, masterfully ridiculed its inhabitants and officials, showing all their wrong side. One of the main ...

What is an event in journalism?

As in everyday life, the concept of “event” in journalism denotes a phenomenon of reality that occurred at a certain time in a certain place. Usually, such significant facts of public or personal life are determined by various political, economic, moral ...

Review of the film "A Star Is Born"

There is no more literate name, most fully describes the picture that appears before the eyes. This film is about succession. If you try to peer into the thread of the whole work, you can understand that it contains the history of generations, one of them leaves, the other comes. Everyone has it ...

Russian modernism in literature

In the first decade of the 20th century, many new trends and personalities of future famous authors begin to develop in Russian literature. The most unusual property that the Silver Age possessed was the increased attention of society to art. This pushed people to self-improvement, implementation ...

Stories of heroes in the play "At the bottom"

Each character of the play “At the Bottom” is an indicator of the state of a certain layer of society in tsarist Russia, therefore, to understand the book, it is very important to know the history of each character. Mikhail Ivanov Kostylev. 54 years old, landlord keeper. The husband of Vasilisa Karpovna. Mercantilen. The past is unknown....

Interesting facts about A. S. Pushkin

A. Pushkin is a key, important and versatile personality in Russian classical literature. Perhaps, it is from the school curriculum that we know the most necessary information about the biography and work of this poet, but this is only a small part! For all fans of Pushkin or just those who want to know ...

Interesting facts about L.N. Tolstoy

In September 2018, the anniversary of the writer was celebrated, whose name is known throughout the world. 190 years since the birthday of the “lion of Russian literature” - that is what Goncharov L.N. Tolstoy. The name of the writer is familiar to everyone, he is revered in any corner of our globe, because he was a real "fighter for ...

Book review “Treasures by Mount Ararat”

In Moscow, for the 31st time, an international book exhibition and fair was held in the 75th pavilion of VDNH. The grand opening took place on September 5th, and marked the beginning of a new book season. The most striking, in our opinion, was the presentation of the book “Treasures by Mount Ararat”, which is a collection of scripts ...

How and why did S. A. Yesenin die?

On the morning of December 28, 1925, Sergey Aleksandrovich Yesenin was found hanged in the hotel room of Angeleter. Soon, the investigation recognized the incident as a suicide. Nevertheless, in the death of Yesenin there are many circumstances that allow us to question this version. So what is it: murder or ...

The best detective fiction in one set

Now the genre of fantastic detective is gaining great fame. This is due to the appearance of sensational adaptations of such books, as well as the development of the genre itself. Every year, new stars appear in the literary horizon that do not bother to track and see in black and white ...

What is romanticism: brief and clear

An important place in world art is the era of romanticism. This trend lasted quite a small amount of time in the history of literature, painting and music, but left a big mark in the formation of trends, the creation of images and plots. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with this phenomenon....

Tyutchev's poetry: themes, motives, genres, cycles and originality of style

"Like clear stars in the night - admire them - and be silent." In his immortal creation, Silentium! Tyutchev formulates a conclusion from his many years of reflection and prepares a commandment for posterity on how to understand beauty, love and life in general. Do not analyze, do not try to reproduce, do not copy - keep quiet ...

All films on the books of the Strugatsky in one selection

Arkady and Boris Strugatsky can rightfully be considered the best Russian science fiction writers. The way in their books science fiction and adventure are intertwined with philosophy really impresses the reader. But the creativity of the Strugatsky brothers has long gone beyond the scope of literature. We offer you a selection of the best films made ...

All dramas by A. N. Ostrovsky in one set

Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky, being one of the most talented Russian playwrights, made an extraordinary contribution to the development of theatrical productions. He created his own concept, which will be further developed by such famous figures as Stanislavsky and Bulgakov. Famous for his life ...

Review of the play by A.N. Ostrovsky "Thunderstorm"

(327 words) Many classic books lose their relevance over time. But just not Ostrovsky’s play “The Storm”. It can be seen in the best theaters of Russia every season. Why? Because viewers are still close to the social and personal problems that the author has raised. The main idea of ​​the work is expressed ...