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Illustrations from the Russian Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary (1890-1907) |

From Runiverse, a sort of Russian Google Books: Dear users!  Again we present you the “Encyclopedic Dictionary of Brockhaus and Efron”. We carried out work to restore the integrity of the publication. The volumes XXVIIa and XXVIII, dedicated to Russia, and also … Continue reading

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An Inspirational Speech by Charlie Chaplin

In 1940, The Great Dictator, written, directed and starring Charlie Chaplin was released.  The story of a poor Jewish barber who is mistaken for a dictator of a similar appearance and takes his place. In his rejection of the position … Continue reading

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Brits Trying to Sound Like Yanks

I’m certain that Americans faking British accents sounds as amusing to their ears as this does to ours.

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