The Modernisation of Russia, 1676}}}1825 [Hardcover]

Synthesis and in-depth thematic analysis of Russia's modernisation and her emergence as a Great Power.Analytical account of a colourful period in Russian history accessible to undergraduates of European and Russian history, as well as to the non-specialist reader. Central to a discussion which emphasises Russia's place in Europe are the much misunderstood personalities of some remarkable rulers, such as Peter the Great, Catherine the Great and Alexander I. Their reigns are set in the context of wider developments in social, economic, cultural and intellectual history that help to account for Russia's emergence as a great power.Analytical account of a colourful period in Russian history accessible to undergraduates of European and Russian history, as well as to the non-specialist reader. Central to a discussion which emphasises Russia's place in Europe are the much misunderstood personalities of some remarkable rulers, such as Peter the Great, Catherine the Great and Alexander I. Their reigns are set in the context of wider developments in social, economic, cultural and intellectual history that help to account for Russia's emergence as a great power.This is an analytical account of a colorful period in Russian history, which is accessible to undergraduates of European and Russian history, as well as to the nonspecialist reader. Central to a discussion that emphasizes Russia's place in Europe are the much misunderstood personalities of some remarkable rulers, such as Peter the Great, Catherine the Great and Alexander I. Their reigns are set in the context of wider developments in social, economic, cultural and intellectual history that help to account for Russia's emergence as a great power.Preface; Abbreviations; Chronology; 1. Modernisation and Russian history; 2. Imperial great power; 3. Finance and taxation; 4. Society; 5. Government and politics; 6. Culture; 7. Ideology; 8. Economy; Conclusion; Further reading. ...this learned gem of a book should find many readlÃè