Was Rasputin actually the best lover, or was that propaganda?

Much of Rasputin's sexual exploits may be attributed to rumors spread by his enemies and haters of the Czar's family. Yet, the fact of the man's general promiscuity is beyond reasonable doubt. read more

Several historians have speculated that Rasputin’s influence did indeed play a role in the contempt for the royal household and everything it came to represent. The tale of Rasputin indeed shows that mythology can take a life of its own, and grow to become more important than the truth. Albinko Hasic is a PhD candidate at Syracuse University. read more