By Daniel H. Kaiser - Reinterpreting Russian History: Readings, 860-1860s: 1st (first) Edition

by Daniel H. Kaiser

The first comprehensive reader in Russian history in almost two decades, this collection includes primary and secondary material, much of which has never before been published in English, reflecting the latest scholarship on the subject. Supplemented by over 70 illustrations, selections are introduced by placing them in the context of the work's major state structure, the economy, society, and culture and everyday life. From the multi-ethnic peopling of early Russia to the elite society of the nineteenth century, original sources illuminate such topics as state-building, government and politics, the peasantry and the countryside, clergy and religious communities, and women and gender, making this comprehensive text vital for students of Russian history.

Genres: History, Russia, Nonfiction, Textbooks

Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

A specialist in medieval and early modern Russia, Mr. Kaiser has studied legal, social, and demographic history. Kaiser has taught at Grinnell since 1979, and in 2008, entered Senior Faculty Status. He is currently at work on two large projects, one devoted to the history of domestic life in early modern Russia, and another examining immigration from the Russian Empire.

Reviews

[Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very useful and varied reader. I think it was an excellent supplement for my Russian history students, and will likely use it again. It is getting a little dated, though, so a new edition would be nice.