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A History of Russia
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The Modernisation of Russia, 1676-1825
This is the first book to place Russia's 'long' eighteenth century squarely in its European context. The conceptual framework is set out in an opening critique of modernisation which, while rejecting its linear implications, maintains its focus on the relationship between government, economy and society. Following a chronological introduction, a series of thematic chapters (covering topics such as finance and taxation, society, government and politics, culture, ideology, and economy) emphasise the ways in which Russia's international ambitions as an emerging great power provoked administrative and fiscal reforms with wide-ranging (and often unanticipated) social consequences. This thematic analysis allows Simon Dixon to demonstrate that the more the tsars tried to modernise their state, the more backward their empire became. A chronology and critical bibliography are also provided to allow students to discover more about this colourful period of Russian history.
Day By Day With The Russian Army 1914-15
"Day By Day With The Russian Army 1914-15" by using Bernard Pares gives a firsthand and intimate account of the Russian army's stories for the duration of the essential years of 1914-1915, a period marked via the early ranges of World War I. Bernard Pares, a British historian, diplomat, and Slavic student, brings a completely unique angle to the narrative as an eyewitness and participant in the occasions he describes. The book takes readers on a chronological journey thru each day existence, challenges, and triumphs of the Russian Army at some stage in this tumultuous duration. Pares captures the essence of the frontline, detailing the cruel situations, strategic choices, and the resilience ...
Day by Day With the Russian Army, 1914-15
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Russia and Reform
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
