Looks at the failed coup attempt and the other events that led to the breakdown of the totalitarian regime and the birth of a new optimism

Russia Transformed Breakthrough to Hope

History

James H. Billington

Americas

Free Press

"A sweeping, intricate description of Russian cultural history, spanning the pre-Romanov era through six centuries to the reign of Joseph Stalin. Flowing with ease through time and topic — from art to music, literature, philosophy, mythology and more — the book provides readers with an alluring portrayal of Russia’s proud heritage. Its impressive scope and lasting insights have made it a foundational text in Russian studies. In fact, it was this book, more than any other, that captured my imagination and propelled me toward the study of Russia and the Soviet Union." --Condoleezza Rice, The New York Times "A rich and readable introduction to the whole sweep of Russian cultural and intellectual history from Kievan times to the post-Khruschev era." - Library Journal Includes Illustrations, references, index.

The Icon and the Axe: An Interpretative History of Russian Culture (Vintage)

Russia

Vintage

Fire in the Minds of Men: Origins of the Revolutionary Tradition

Parenting & Relationships

Parenting

Maurice Temple Smith Ltd

Explores Russia's art and culture in relation to the country's political processes

The Face of Russia: Anguish, Aspiration, and Achievement in Russian Culture

TV Books

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