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military_tech  How did the French Revolution influence the arts and literature?

The French Revolution of 1789 marked a turning point in the history of Europe and the world. It was a time of great upheaval and change that affected...    Read more

emoji_events  What is the Pulitzer Prize?

The Pulitzer Prize is a prestigious award that recognizes excellence in journalism, literature, and musical composition. It was established by Joseph...    Read more

language  Which science fiction planets from literature are associated with Spanish, French, or Portuguese languages?

Many science fiction novels have featured planets that are associated with Spanish, French, or Portuguese languages. For example, in Frank Herbert's...    Read more

book  What is the story of The Ebony Horse?

The Ebony Horse is a captivating tale from the Arabian Nights, a collection of stories compiled over hundreds of years in the Islamic Golden Age. The...    Read more

brush  What was the role of the Surrealist movement in painting and literature?

The Surrealist movement emerged in the early 1920s as a reaction against the rationalism and order of modern society. The Surrealists sought to...    Read more

book  What are some of the best bookshops in New York City?

New York City is known for its rich literary history and vibrant book culture, so it's no surprise that it's home to some of the best bookshops in...    Read more

book  What is the story of The Tale of the Second Calender, Son of a King?

The Tale of the Second Calender, Son of a King is one of the many tales from The Thousand and One Nights, also known as the Arabian Nights. It is a...    Read more

create  Who were the most famous ancient Turkic poets?

Turkic poetry has a long and rich history, and many poets have contributed to this tradition over the centuries. Here are some of the most famous...    Read more

book  What is the story of The Ebony Horse?

The Ebony Horse is a captivating tale from the Arabian Nights, a collection of stories compiled over hundreds of years in the Islamic Golden Age. The...    Read more

accessibility  What is the name of the dwarf who accompanies Frodo on his journey in the Lord of the Rings universe?

In J.R.R. Tolkien's epic fantasy novel The Lord of the Rings, the name of the dwarf who accompanies Frodo Baggins on his journey is Gimli. Gimli is a...    Read more