The Queen of Spades

Alexander Pushkin (1799–1837) was a storyteller at heart. Whether weaving tales of love, mystery, or mischief, he reshaped Russian literature with his sharp wit and vivid imagination. Born in Moscow to a noble family, Pushkin carried a unique heritage—his great-grandfather was an African prince brought to Russia by Peter the Great. Perhaps this blend of roots gave him his knack for standing out. P...