The Rise of the Russian Empire
The Rise of the Russian Empire

Author: Saki

Publisher: Hardpress Publishing

Published: 2016-06-23

Total Pages: 608

ISBN-13: 9781318088997

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The Russian Empire 1450-1801
The Russian Empire 1450-1801

Author: Nancy Shields Kollmann

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13: 0199280517

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Modern Russian identity and historical experience has been largely shaped by Russia's imperial past: an empire that was founded in the early modern era and endures in large part today. The Russian Empire 1450-1801 surveys how the areas that made up the empire were conquered and how they were governed. It considers the Russian empire a 'Eurasian empire', characterized by a 'politics of difference': the rulers and their elites at the center defined the state's needs minimally - with control over defense, criminal law, taxation, and mobilization of resources - and otherwise tolerated local religions, languages, cultures, elites, and institutions. The center related to communities and religions vertically, according each a modicum of rights and autonomies, but didn't allow horizontal connections across nobilities, townsmen, or other groups potentially with common interests to coalesce. Thus, the Russian empire was multi-ethnic and multi-religious; Nancy Kollmann gives detailed attention to the major ethnic and religious groups, and surveys the government's strategies of governance - centralized bureaucracy, military reform, and a changed judicial system. The volume pays particular attention to the dissemination of a supranational ideology of political legitimacy in a variety of media - written sources and primarily public ritual, painting, and particularly architecture. Beginning with foundational features, such as geography, climate, demography, and geopolitical situation, The Russian Empire 1450-1801 explores the empire's primarily agrarian economy, serfdom, towns and trade, as well as the many religious groups - primarily Orthodoxy, Islam, and Buddhism. It tracks the emergence of an 'Imperial nobility' and a national self-consciousness that was, by the end of the eighteenth century, distinctly imperial, embracing the diversity of the empire's many peoples and cultures.

The History of the Russian Empire
The History of the Russian Empire

Author: Saki, H. H. Munro

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2018-11-02

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 8027243718

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This eBook edition of "The History of the Russian Empire" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The Rise of the Russian Empire is a historical study on Russian history, written by Hector H. Munro. The Book covers the period from the 9th century and the dawn of Russian empire, to 17th century and the rise of the Romanov dynasty.

The History of the Russian Empire
The History of the Russian Empire

Author: Saki

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-30

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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The History of the Russian Empire, curated with stories by Saki (H. H. Munro), presents a fascinating exploration of the grandeur and the tumultuous events that have shaped one of the world's most enigmatic empires. This anthology stitches together a diverse tapestry of narratives, ranging from the sharply satirical to the deeply introspective, effectively capturing the essence of the Russian Empires complex socio-political landscape. The collection stands out for its literary diversity, showcasing a brilliant blend of historical analysis and imaginative storytelling. Through its varied literary styles, the compilation offers readers a comprehensive and nuanced perspective of Russia's past, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of Eastern European history. The contributing editor, known for his acute wit and incisive social commentary, brings a unique voice that threads through the anthology, uniting the diverse works into a coherent and compelling narrative. The backgrounds of the contributing editor, Saki (H. H. Munro), profoundly enrich the anthologys exploration of the Russian Empire. Munros own experiences and his keen observations of the socio-political dynamics of his time imbue the collection with a depth of understanding and a perceptiveness that is rare. The anthology aligns itself with broader literary and historical movements, drawing on the rich tradition of European satirical writing while addressing pivotal moments in Russian history. The collective contributions of the editor, coupled with his literary acumen, allow the collection to traverse a wide range of themes, from the extravagances of the Russian aristocracy to the strife of its common folk, offering a multifaceted portrayal of empire. This anthology is recommended not only for its historical insights but also for its literary artistry. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world that, though no longer extant, continues to fascinate and inform the contemporary moment. The History of the Russian Empire provides a unique opportunity to engage with the past through the lens of one of the early twentieth century's most astute observers of society. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Russian history and the power of literary expression in shaping our comprehension of the past.

Empire
Empire

Author: D. C. B. Lieven

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13: 9780300097269

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Focusing on the Tsarist and Soviet empires of Russia, Lieven reveals the nature and meaning of all empires throughout history. He examines factors that mold the shape of the empires, including geography and culture, and compares the Russian empires with other imperial states, from ancient China and Rome to the present-day United States. Illustrations.

The Rise of the Russian Empire
The Rise of the Russian Empire

Author: Hector Hugh Munro

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13:

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With the exception of a translation of Rambaud's somewhat disjointed work, there is no detailed history of Russia in the English language at all approaching modern standards. The reigns of Petr the Great and of some of his successors down to the present day-a period covering only 200 years-have been minutely dealt with, but the earlier history of a nation with whom we are coming ever closer into contact is to the English reader almost a blank. Whether the work now submitted will adequately fill the gap remains to be seen; such is its object. The rule observed with regard to the rendering of names of places and persons has been to follow the spelling of the country to which they belong as closely as possible. The spelling of Russian words employed, and curiously distorted, by English and other historians, has been brought back to its native forms. There is no satisfactory reason, for instance, why the two final letters of boyarin should be dropped, or why they should reappear tacked on to the equally Russian word Kreml. Moskva is scarcely recognisable in its Anglicised form, and Kiev can only be rendered Kieff on a system which would radically disturb the spelling of most English towns. A list of works consulted is appended, arranged somewhat in the order in which they have been found useful, precedence being given to those which have been most largely drawn upon. Hector Hugh Munro