The twentieth century was for Russia one of the most challenging in its history. the country experienced war revolution & systemic collapse all of which brought serious challenges especially in international affairs. Only by examining the whole century can Modern Russia be properly understood & key questions as to the impact of war revolution collapse the Cold War ad Russias post-Soviet development be addressed. The Twentieth Century Russia Reader is thus a key resource for students of Russian history across this turbulent period. It contains key articles on history & politics from across the period; from the last Tsar the Russian Revolution the Soviet Union & World War Two right up to the post-Soviet period. The Reader covers a huge subject in an accessible & clear manner. Alistair Kocho-Williams
Includes:: a comprehensive introduction explaining trends in the historiography & giving rationale for the inclusion of material as well as prefaces to each section & article with an explanation of the debates & how material relates to them. It is essential reading for all students of Russian history.