Kolchak's Gold
Kolchak's Gold

Author: Brian Garfield

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2012-02-14

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 1453237712

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DIVOn the hunt for long-lost gold, a historian attracts murderous attention /divDIVTwenty-five million people died during the Russian Civil War. It was a clash between Tsarist loyalists and the new Soviet order, and when the imperialist forces saw defeat in sight, their thoughts turned to their future. Under the command of Admiral Aleksandr Kolchak, they loaded the entire Tsarist treasury onto a train, packing millions of worthless banknotes alongside platinum, jewels, and over five hundred tons of gold bullion. As Kolchak retreated, the train disappeared, and the fortune vanished./divDIV /divDIVAmerica’s foremost historian of Russia, Harry Bristow, is researching a new biography of Kolchak when an ancient veteran of the Russian Civil War gives him a clue to the gold’s whereabouts. Bristow would like to find the treasure for the sake of historical research, but where gold goes, greed follows—and death is not far behind./div

The New Russia
The New Russia

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Publisher:

Published: 1920

Total Pages: 660

ISBN-13:

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This publication includes the continuation of "Bulletins of the Russian liberation committee" under the heading "Facts and documents".

In the Wake of Empire
In the Wake of Empire

Author: Anatol Shmelev

Publisher: Hoover Press

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 449

ISBN-13: 0817924264

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Even as a country ceases to be a great power, the concept of it as a great power can continue to influence decision making and policy formulation. This book explores how such a process took place in Russia from 1917 through 1920, when the Bolshevik coup of November 1917 led to the creation of two regimes: the Bolshevik "Reds" and the anti-Bolshevik "Whites." As Reds consolidated their one-party dictatorship and nursed global ambitions, Whites struggled to achieve a different vision for the future of Russia. Anatol Shmelev illuminates the White campaign with fresh purpose and through information from the Hoover Institution Archives, exploring how diverse White factions overcame internal tensions to lobby for recognition on the world stage, only to fail—in part because of the West's desire to leave "the Russian question" to Russians alone. In the Wake of Empire examines the personalities, institutions, political culture, and geostrategic concerns that shaped the foreign policy of the anti-Bolshevik governments and attempts to define the White movement through them. Additionally, Shmelev provides a fascinating psychological study of the factors that ultimately doomed the White effort: an irrational and ill-placed faith in the desire of the Allies to help them, and wishful thinking with regard to their own prospects that obscured the reality around them.

The Russian Civil War
The Russian Civil War

Author: Evan Mawdsley

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-02-24

Total Pages: 606

ISBN-13: 1681770091

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"The best book ever written on the Russian civil war. A first-rate work of scholarly synthesis." —Robert McNeal In St. Petersburg on October 25, 1917, the A commanding chronicle of the three Bolshevik Party stormed the capital city and turbulent years that brought the ironfisted seized the power over the Russian Provisional Soviet regime to political power. Government, which had been operating ineffectively since the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II eight months before. That October Revolution began the Russian Civil War, which in three years would cost the largest country in the world more than seven million lives. It was an apocalyptic struggle, replete with famine and pestilence, but out of the struggle a new social order would rise: The Soviet Union. Mawdsley offers a lucid, superbly detailed account of the men and events that shaped twentieth century communist Russia. He draws upon a wide range of sources to recount the military course of the war, as well as the hardship the conflict brought to a country and its people—for the victory and the reconstruction of the state under the Soviet regime came at a painfully high economic and human price.

Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal

Author: Marc Di Duca

Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9781841622941

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This is the only English-language guide to the Lake Baikal area. It covers the major cities, towns and sites in the area, as well as local culture, wildlife, history, religion and cuisine.

The Romanov Diadem
The Romanov Diadem

Author: Cedric Daurio

Publisher: Oscar Luis Rigiroli

Published: 2020-04-21

Total Pages: 327

ISBN-13:

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When the Russian Revolution broke out in 1917 and the Bolsheviks assassinated Tsar Nicholas II's family, large sectors opposed the new communist government. By means of the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway the rebels carried the imperial treasure to the heart of Asia and intended to resist from there. The Bolsheviks eventually defeated them but could not find a large part of the treasure including tons of gold bars and the Empress' jewelry. In modern times the descendants of those noble exiles follow certain clues as to the whereabouts of the treasure and turn to the Bluthund Community, a virtual group of scientists in different disciplines, to organize a search expedition in Siberia. However, various powerful groups have their own plans and will oppose their action. Intrigues, mystery and violence in the middle of the wild mountains of East Asia. A travel, suspense and action novel that will catch your breath from the start.

Babies Without Tails
Babies Without Tails

Author: Walter Duranty

Publisher: Wildside Press LLC

Published: 2008-10-01

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 1434477606

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This volume collects 15 short stories by Walter Duranty, reprinted from "Collier's," "Red Book," and other sources. Included are: "The Brave Soldier and the Wicked Sorcerer," "Witch of the Alcazar," "The Village Maiden and the Three Bad Boys," "Leningrad's Lucky House," "The Gold Train," "The Spirit Within," "The Thrifty Peasant and the Precious Mattress," "Under Sentence," "The Woman Who Could Not Sleep," "The Magic Egg," "The Wife Who Lost Her Patience," "The Crazy Poets and the Distant Star," "Conspirators," "Lucky in Love," and "The Parrot."

A History of Russo-Japanese Relations
A History of Russo-Japanese Relations

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Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2019-06-07

Total Pages: 659

ISBN-13: 9004400850

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This publication is the result of a three-year research project between eminent Russian and Japanese historians. It offers an an in-depth analysis of the history of relations between Russia and Japan from the 18th century until the present day. The format of the publication as a parallel history presents views and interpretations from Russian and Japanese perspectives that showcase the differences and the similarities in their joint history. The fourteen core sections, organized along chronological lines, provide assessments on the complex and sensitive issues of bilateral Russo-Japanese relations, including the territory problem as well as economic exchange.

The Morning of the Fourth Day
The Morning of the Fourth Day

Author: Myron Wheeler

Publisher: Morning of the Fourth Day

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 0963765000

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The brochure's promise - a wilderness vacation - nothing about FATE. John & Lee Mackintosh - conditioned to do BAD - combine with PURE EVIL. Will Dean now faced the consequences of his fateful return to camp. A new procedure may reduce HIS exposure to the cruel quirks of chaos. Gut-wrenching in places, it is poignant plea for truth in the record. Wiley Bean, 'Myron Wheeler', received his LL.B. from GW in 1964. No whodunit, six years of study in Russian/U.S. history are blended with military & wilderness experiences in this tale of hate & fate. Known for his ten year litigation with the surrogate-baby business, his windmill now - horrendous delays in execution. A novel idea - a possible solution. "Read in three sittings - gripping, suspenseful & credible."--Frederick D. Williams, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus. "Excellent book."--Alfred Swanson, M.D. "Extremely exciting - informative."--Dottie Levin, Baltimore. "Enjoyed book - attention held - good job."--Duane Shillinger, Warden, Rawlings, WY. "A most interesting & thought-provoking novel!"--Donna Hillard, Bank Officer. Publisher - Wiley Bean, P.O. Box 97, Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Order: The Book House Inc., 208 W. Chicago, Jonesville, MI 49250-0125. Tel: 517-849-2117; FAX 517-849-9716.