The Cambridge Companion to Modern Russian Culture by Nicholas Rzhevsky (Editor)
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ISBN: 9780521472180
Publisher : Cambridge University Press, February 28, 1999
Hardcover, 404 pages
This volume offers an introduction to Russian culture in all its rich diversity, including the historical conditions that helped shape it and the arts that express its highest achievements. Newly commissioned essays by leading scholars explore language, religion, geography, ideological structures, folk ethos and popular culture, literature, music, theater, art, and film. A chronology and guides to further reading are also provided. Overall, the volume reveals, for students, scholars and all those interested in Russia, the dilemmas, strengths, and complexities of the Russian cultural experience.