February 1996

An issue with everything from bliny to Vyazma.

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All the news that fits from all across Russia.

^{Over the last few years, Russian servicemen have celebrated their Day with mixed feelings. The history of the Russian army can be divided into periods of crushing victories, pyrrhic victories and humiliating defeats.}

Three stories by Chekhov are translated here for the season of late winter and Maslenitsa: Bliny, The Stupid Frenchman, and On Frailty.

An ancient central Russian town that has beaten the odds for a thousand years.

The linguistic faux pas of Russian leaders, particularly Mikhail Gorbachev.

Several tips for personal safety while traveling in Russia.

Russian pelmeni have a storied history and are most often associated with Siberia. Here's our recipe.