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The Battle of the Ugra: How Rus Threw Off the Tatar Yoke

It was late autumn, 1480 AD. Russian warriors, under the command of Grand Prince Ivan III, stood on the banks of the River Ugra. …

Did you know that Groundhog Day is also a Russian holiday? Ok, not exactly, but February 2 (which is celebrated today on the …

Friends! Mark your calendars. I'm publishing my first novel. The Song of the Sirin will be available for purchase online on July …

Many people have an allergic reaction to the word "conventional." Or, worse yet, "traditional." They immediately sense the bonds …

Those of you who’ve been following me, especially on Pinterest, know that I love traditional Russian village windows, which …

In the 18th century, Russia entered the grand stage of European history. It threw aside its "primitive Easternness", and did …

The Bright Seven Days The first week of Easter is like an extended single day of feasting. Joyful and bright. …

Something a little lighter this week. I generally like to have a vivid mental picture of events and places and people before I …

Did you know that Columbus was looking for a mysterious Christian king of India when he stumbled upon the New World? Most people …