Literature 2024, October
Creativity by Georgette Heyer
Georgette Heyer is an English writer best known for her historical novels. She wrote a total of 32 Regency romance novels, 6 historical novels, 4 contemporary novels and 12 detective fiction
What are iambic and trochee?
In the 19th century, when one of the few entertainments was poetry, not knowing what an iambic or a trochee was was a sign of narrow-mindedness and bad taste. Now, in the age of cinema and the Internet, which have pushed literature into the background, these terms are known only to a select few
Lensky and Onegin: comparative characteristics. Onegin and Lensky, table
Pushkin embodied the versatility and contrast of his nature in two characters of his novel at the same time. Lensky and Onegin, whose comparative characteristics reveal two characters so opposite, are nothing more than a poetic self-portrait of Alexander Sergeevich torn in half
British writer Ballard James Graham: biography, creativity and best books
The creator of transgressive fantasies James Ballard became the brightest, most extraordinary and memorable figure in English literature of the second half of the 20th century. The first fame for the author was brought by collections of short stories and novels, then psychological thrillers began to be published, which caused a lot of controversy among critics and readers
Denisova Olga and her literary work
Her books are incredibly popular with those who love to read fantasy fiction. The heroes of the books that she wrote suffer, love, fight, and, most importantly, live in a unique area in terms of geography and nature, which is called the "northern Russian land"
Yesenin and Mariengof: what connected the two poets, the reasons for the breakdown in relations
Few people know how close Sergei Yesenin and Anatoly Mariengof were. Many sources deliberately omit this information for one reason or another. However, these relationships really strongly influenced the life and work of both poets. Sergey and Anatoly carried this specific, strong, but at the same time painful connection through their whole lives
Vladimir Tarasov: biography and education, literary career, reader reviews
Vladimir Konstantinovich Tarasov is a famous Russian scientist in such fields as psychology, philosophy, sociology. In addition, he is one of the leading Russian business coaches, it is to him that the science of management in our country owes the appearance in 1984 of the official term “manager”, which no longer had a negative connotation that was obligatory for that time. No less significant is the literary activity of Vladimir Tarasov
Ryashentsev Yuri Evgenievich: biography, creativity, personal life
Today we will talk about such a wonderful writer as Yuri Ryashentsev. Biography, personal life and his work will be the main topics of this article. Ryashentsev is a famous Soviet and Russian screenwriter, poet and prose writer. The lyrics he composed for films and musicals have been known to many in our country since childhood. Since 1970, Ryashentsev has been a member of the Writers' Union, and since 1992 he has been a member of the PEN Club (International Society of Writers)
American science fiction writer Robert Silverberg
Diverse author of science fiction novels and serious works on history and archeology. He was repeatedly nominated for awards for his works in the fantasy genre. To date, about two hundred science fiction novels and popular science works of the writer have been published
Anatoly Chernyaev. The principle of the golden ratio
Every day science reveals something new, unknown, sometimes strange and inexplicable. Until now, nature offers mankind many mysteries. The books of Anatoly Chernyaev, a famous Slavic scientist and philosopher, explain many of them
Statements about music as a means of harmony with the world and self-expression of the individual
Music as such, with its concepts of modes, keys, chords and everything else, is a natural harmony inherent in each of us. This is where statements about music come to mind, which have become almost catch phrases. Recall at least the words from the movie “Only Old Men Go to Battle”: “You don’t have to be a pilot, we will still teach you how to fly, but you must be a musician”
Summary. "Oblomov" - a work by I. Goncharov
The novel by Ivan Goncharov "Oblomov", a summary of which is given in this article, was published in 1859. He has been writing for 10 years. After the work was completed, the author admitted that he told about his life in it. He also points out that he and the protagonist of the novel, the nihilist Oblomov, share many common features. Immediately after publication, the work became the subject of heated debate among critics and writers
How to come up with a book title? What should it be? Why is it important?
The question of whether the title of a work is really important is asked by every author who is going not only to publish his work on virtual resources, but also to publish it in a traditional form, that is, to publish a real book. According to a popular proverb, "they are met by their clothes." This expression can be attributed to the title of the book. The name is a kind of “clothes” by which editors and readers will meet the work
Touching quotes about love, about devotion. Life Quotes
Love is, first of all, the ability to accept a person with all the advantages and disadvantages. It also includes the ability to be faithful, devoted. You can learn about all this from the most touching statements that are in the treasury of world wisdom. Read the best touching quotes in the article
Tracey Brian, "Achieving the Goal": summary, book reviews
The task that you want to realize in life is the goal. A person can set several goals for himself. But does anyone know how to achieve them. Modern people strive to quickly succeed in business, society. A great example for them would be the successful Canadian entrepreneur and writer Brian Tracy. His victories prove that a few years of hard work on oneself change one's whole life. He did not hide the secrets of his success and compiled methods for action in his books
Secrets of the Vatican and ancient Rome: a book by Renat Garifzyanov
The book "Secrets of the Vatican" is a continuation of the "Revelations of the Guardian Angels" series. This is already the 17th manuscript, and it is just as pleasant to read as the first parts. The works of Renat Garifzyanov are not copies of each other, and each book is unique in its plot. It is very difficult to find negative reviews for Vatican Secrets. The work does not leave anyone indifferent
"Moscow Necropolis", reference book 1907-1908. (V. I. Saitov, B. L. Modzalevsky): history of creation, content, reprint
"Moscow Necropolis" or where the most famous people in the history of Moscow are buried, a reference book in three volumes from 1907-1908. History of collecting materials for the handbook from the first edition to reprinted copies
Super detective Kalle Blomkvist: a small hero with great abilities
This is a story about a boy who dreams of becoming an outstanding detective. He wants to investigate crimes like the famous Sherlock Holmes, because the boy loves to read detective novels and watch films about the adventures of legendary detectives so much! But in the small Swedish town where the protagonist lives, nothing like this happens
Books by Alexander Nevzorov: a review of the best works, reviews
Alexander Nevzorov is a Soviet and Russian journalist, publicist, TV presenter and even a former deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation. Many people remember him for the 80-90s of the twentieth century, when he hosted the 600 Seconds program, which told about the events that took place in St. Petersburg over the past day. Today, Alexander Glebovich is known for his confrontation with the Russian Orthodox Church, cynical statements, a YouTube channel called "Lessons of Atheism" and the transfer of "Nevzor Wednesday" on "Echo of Moscow"
"Library of World Literature for Children": list of books, titles and photos
"Library of World Literature for Children" is a popular book series published by "Children's Literature". It is published in 50 volumes and 58 books. Produced from 1976 to 1987. This edition includes a golden list of the best works of foreign and domestic classics, world folklore, folk and literary tales, prose and poems by children's writers
Avessalom Underwater: description, summary, reviews
The activity that made Submarine famous began in 1986. It happened spontaneously to some extent. Absalom probably felt the need to share his own knowledge and experience, so he opened a course of home lectures. These lectures lasted for a year, and their result was the realization of the need to systematize and orderly presentation of the accumulated material. The first thing Absalom the Underwater did was astrology
Nikolai Frolov: poet and mathematician. Biography and creativity
Nikolai Adrianovich Frolov. Path in mathematics and literature. Selected themes of scientific works. Artistic works: poems, collections of poems. Membership in the Writers' Union. Criticism and recognition. Personal life and memory of the poet-mathematician
Uspensky Vladimir Dmitrievich. Russian historian and writer: the mysteries of the sensational novel
Uspensky Vladimir Dmitrievich is known to most readers as a writer from whose pen the novel "Privy Advisor to the Leader" was published. This book was created over the course of thirty years, consists of 15 parts and is devoted to an attempt at an objective literary study and assessment of the personality of I. V. Stalin. "Privy Advisor to the Leader" - a book that still causes irreconcilable controversy
Joana Reed and a modern women's novel about passion, love, jealousy and betrayal
Fatal love and violent passions in women's novels always intrigue readers. The real author, who wrote exciting scenes about love, arouses the genuine interest of readers. Joanna Reed is an author of erotic and romance novels. What kind of life is hidden behind the pseudonym of a popular writer who has written more than 60 baby romance novels, the total circulation of which has exceeded 26 million copies?
Writer Nikolai Dubov: biography and creativity
Works in the genre of socialist realism were created by such creative figures as Mikhail Sholokhov, Nikolai Ostrovsky, Vladimir Mayakovsky and others. Among them is Nikolai Dubov. During his life he created about a dozen stories and novels
Rasul Gamzatov: quotes and aphorisms of an outstanding poet
Rasul Gamzatov - quotes and aphorisms about life, about love. Rasul Gamzatov was born in the distant Dagestan village of Tsada in 1923. And distances and time shifted, with a poetic line, an outstanding cultural figure united peoples, countries and dialects. He himself translated into Avar Pushkin, Lermontov, Yesenin, Mayakovsky
Vasily Vedeneev: biography, creativity, list of works, reviews of critics
Vedeneev Vasily Vladimirovich - Soviet, Russian writer. Known for his work in the genres of detective, adventure and fantasy. As a career police officer, he was one of the best operatives in Moscow. He was a teacher at the Moscow Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He took part in the counter-terrorist operation in Chechnya, where he led the combined police unit. Employees who knew him during the period of joint service state that he was a real Russian officer
Life on loan, quotes, popular expressions from the book of Erich Maria Remarque
"Life on loan", quotes from the book. The novel by E. M. Remarque "Life on loan" was published in 1959, later the title was changed to "The sky knows no favorites." In his work, the writer explores the eternal theme of life and death. Under the gun is the paradoxical observation that for all the transience of life, it is eternal, and death, for all its inevitability, is instant
Quotes about favorite work of famous people
To become a successful person, you must do what you love. Your work should be your pleasure - then you will feel more joyful. Most famous people teach that your work is your hobby that you enjoy doing. It is also important to read and be interested in the world around you in order to become a successful and interesting person
Anthony de Mello, "Awareness": a summary, heroes, main ideas of the work and reviews
This article provides the essence of the personality of the author of the books Anthony de Mello, a summary of his work "Awareness"; main characters, main ideas and reviews of this work. The article also contains several detailed quotes from the book "Awareness"
The fairy tale "Hare-braggart": plot, problems
Fairy tales are a universal and effective way of understanding the world and educating a child. Easy form, a fascinating story, special forms and established words - all this helps adults convey the most important truths to the baby using the language available to him
Balmont's work is brief. Features of Balmont's creativity
The legacy that Balmont left us is quite voluminous and impressive: 35 collections of poems and 20 books of prose. His poems aroused the admiration of compatriots with the ease of the author's style
What does the expression "rest in Bose" mean?
From the article you will learn the origin and meaning of the old expression "to rest in the bose", as well as modern interpretations of this lexical phrase
The Tale of Selma Lagerlöf, summary: "Niels' adventure with wild geese"
In 1907, Selma Lagerlöf wrote a fairy tale textbook for Swedish children "Niels' adventure with wild geese". The author told a lot of interesting things about the history of Sweden, its geography, fauna
Krzhizhanovsky Sigismund Dominikovich: biography and creativity
He is called a "missed genius". And also "a person widely known in narrow circles." Few modern readers are familiar with this name - Krzhizhanovsky Sigismund Dominikovich. Meanwhile, he did a lot in such areas as literature, drama, history, philosophy and theater theory
Anaphora in literature, types and features
Everyone knows artistic tropes in literature, with which writers, artists, public figures enrich their speech. One of the most popular and effective language means is anaphora. A simple, like all ingenious, technique, the facets of which are much wider and more diverse than it seems at first glance
Nightingale Budimirovich: approximate date of appearance of the epic, theories and assumptions about creation, history, allegory, plot and heroes
Many researchers of Russian folklore rank the epic about Nightingale Budimirovich among the most ancient examples of oral art created by our people. This article will present a summary of this work, as well as some interesting facts about the features of its plot and the history of the creation and appearance of the printed version
Elizabeth Gaskell: short biography
Elizabeth Gaskell, whose biography will be described in this article, is one of the prominent figures in the literature of the Victorian era
Leo Tolstoy, "Sevastopol in the month of December": analysis of the work
"Sevastopol Stories" is a series of three stories. They were written by the great writer Leo Tolstoy. Every person who got acquainted with the works did not remain indifferent, since each of the three stories describes the defense of Sevastopol
F.M. Dostoevsky - player and psychologist (based on the novel "The Gambler")
Game is a broad concept of philosophical, psychological and cultural content. F.M. writes about this phenomenon in his novel. Dostoevsky. "The Gambler" is a novel about a man whose meaning of being was roulette