May 1, 2024
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History of Russia: from Peter the Great to the Revolution
Russia's rich and tumultuous history has shaped the country into what it is today. From the days of the Tsars to the rise of the Soviet Union and its eventual collapse, Russia has been a major player on the world stage.
This course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of Russian history, from the early days of the Kievan Rus' to the present day. You will learn about the key events and figures that have shaped Russia's development, and you will gain a deeper understanding of the country's culture and society.
The Making of Modern Ukraine
Ukraine has a long and complex history, and its relationship with Russia has been a major factor in its development.
This course will explore the history of Ukraine, from its origins in the Kyivan Rus' to the present day. You will learn about the key events and figures that have shaped Ukraine's development, and you will gain a deeper understanding of the country's culture and society.
Why Study Russian History?
There are many reasons to study Russian history. Here are just a few:
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Reading list
We've selected 12 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Russian History.
Written in the late 19th century, Klyuchevsky's five-volume work provides a classic account of Russian history from its origins to the mid-19th century. It must-read for specialists in Russian history.
Solzhenitsyn's harrowing account of his experiences in the Soviet Gulag powerful indictment of the Soviet regime.
An insightful and accessible history of the Soviet Union from its founding to its collapse.
Roberts's authoritative account of Russia's involvement in the First and Second World Wars provides a comprehensive overview of the country's military history.
Montefiore's gripping narrative history of the Romanov dynasty tells the story of the rise and fall of the Russian monarchy.
Beevor's gripping narrative history of the Russian Civil War provides a vivid account of the conflict that shaped the course of Russian history.
This comprehensive general history of Russia from its origins to 2000 provides students with a compact overview of over a thousand years of Russian history, including political, economic, social and cultural developments.
Radchenko offers a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the end of the Cold War and the rise of Vladimir Putin.
Hill and Gaddy provide a timely and insightful analysis of Putin's Russia and its implications for global politics.
Pipes's concise and lucid account of the Russian Revolution valuable resource for students and general readers alike.
Sixsmith offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of Russian history, from the reign of the first grand prince of Kiev to the present day.
A comprehensive and authoritative history of Russian literature from its origins to the early 20th century.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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