A History of Russia: Peoples, Legends, Events, Forces Since 1800"A History of Russia: Peoples, Legends, Events, Forces is a comprehensive narrative conceived and developed after the collapse of the former Soviet Union. As such the text, written by foremost scholars in Russian History, has been informed by the burgeoning historiography of the 1990s. Features unique to this text include the blending of straight-forward, chronological political narrative with superior, accessible treatment of sophisticated intellectual and cultural traditions, as well as popular culture and its foundations and continuities; the role of historical memory and the social and cultural rode of religion and devotional life; coverage of gender issues; inclusion of the various ethnic groups and nationalities that formed the Russian Empire and Soviet Union, with attention to both their roles and their perspectives; and modern, easily read maps placed within larger geographical contextx that will enhance reader comprehension."--Back cover |
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Russias European Century 17961914 | 1 |
CHAPTER | 9 |
Peace and War 18011807 | 10 |
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