The Penguin History of Modern Russia

Name: The Penguin History of Modern Russia
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141992051
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From Tsarism to the Twenty-first Century, Fifth Edition

By Robert Service

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The Penguin History of Modern Russia by Robert Service provides a detailed examination of Russia's evolution from the end of the 19th century to the present day. It explores the political, social, and economic changes that have shaped modern Russia, offering insights into its tumultuous transitions and the impact of various leadership styles. This book delves into the complexities of Russian history, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the country's modern trajectory.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the complex and transformative history of Russia from the last days of the Tsars to the contemporary era. It's perfect for those fascinated by the political, social, and economic changes that have shaped modern Russia, offering an in-depth exploration filled with rich detail and insightful analysis.

The Penguin History of Modern Russia

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The Penguin History of Modern Russia by Robert Service is the definitive history, now revised and updated with a new final chapter covering Russia's role in the world in 2020.

Russia's recent past has encompassed revolution, civil war, mass terror, and two world wars, and the country is still undergoing huge change.

In his acclaimed history, now updated to 2020, Robert Service provides a superb panoramic viewpoint on Russia. He explores the complex, changing interaction between rulers and ruled from Nicholas II, Lenin, and Stalin through to Gorbachev, Yeltsin, Putin, and beyond.

This new edition also discusses Russia's unresolved economic and social difficulties and its determination to regain its leading role on the world stage. It explains how, despite the recent years of de-communization, the seven decades of communist rule which penetrated every aspect of life still continue to influence Russia today.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141992051

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 November 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Edition: Revised edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 521g

Pages: 768

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About the Author

Robert Service was until his retirement professor of Russian History at Oxford University. He is a fellow of St Antony's College and an associate fellow of the Hoover Institution. His other books include biographies of Lenin, Stalin and Trotsky, a textbook on the Russian Revolution and Russia- Experiment with a People, from 1991 to the Present. He writes and broadcasts for the media and is a fellow of the British Academy. His most recent book is Kremlin Winter- Russia and the Second Coming of Vladimir Putin.