The Modernisation of Russia, 1676-1825

by Simon Dixon

Overview

This is an analytical account of a colorful period in Russian history, which is accessible to undergraduates of European and Russian history, as well as to the nonspecialist reader. Central to a discussion that emphasizes Russia's place in Europe are the much misunderstood personalities of some remarkable rulers, such as Peter the Great, Catherine the Great and Alexander I. Their reigns are set in the context of wider developments in social, economic, cultural and intellectual history that help to account for Russia's emergence as a great power.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521371001
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	07/29/1999
Series:	New Approaches to European History , #15
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.29(h) x 0.91(d)
Lexile:	1500L (what's this?)

Table of Contents

Preface; Abbreviations; Chronology; 1. Modernisation and Russian history; 2. Imperial great power; 3. Finance and taxation; 4. Society; 5. Government and politics; 6. Culture; 7. Ideology; 8. Economy; Conclusion; Further reading.

Editorial Reviews

"...this learned gem of a book should find many readers at all levels of sophistication." The Russian Review

"At last, we have a book that will induce students to love Russian history." John P. LeDonne, The Historian

"At last, we have a book that will induce students to love Russian history." John P. LeDonne, The Historian

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