Understanding contemporary Russia

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    • Bressler, Michael L.

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Understanding contemporary Russia

edited by Michael L. Bressler

(Understanding : introductions to the states and regions of the contemporary world / Donald L. Gordon, series editor)

Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2009

  • hardcover : alk. pap
  • pbk. : alk. paper

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Includes bibliographical references and index

Contents of Works

  • Introduction / Michael L. Bressler
  • Russia : a geographic preface / Denis J.B. Shaw
  • The historical context / Steven G. Marks
  • Politics / Michael L. Bressler
  • The economy / James R. Millar
  • International relations / Allen C. Lynch
  • Ethnicity and identity / Katherine E. Graney
  • Population, health, and migration / Timothy Heleniak
  • Environmental problems / Philip R. Pryde
  • Women in a changing context / Sarah L. Henderson
  • Religion / Olga Kazmina
  • Literature and film / Adele Barker
  • Trends and prospects / Michael L. Bressler

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Understanding Contemporary Russia provides a thorough introduction to this complex country as it confronts the challenges of today's interdependent world. Interdisciplinary in design, the book is intended for use as a core text in introductory survey and politics courses and also as a supplement in a variety of discipline-oriented courses.The authors draw on the best scholarship in their fields to provide sophisticated yet accessible treatments of subjects ranging from geography and history, to politics, economics, and international relations, to ethnicity, population movements, the environment, the role of women, religion, and literature and film. Numerous maps, photographs, and suggestions for further reading enhance the text.This title offers a thorough, interdisciplinary introduction to contemporary Russian politics, economics, society, and culture.

Table of Contents

  • Introduction - M. L. Bressler.
  • Russia: A Geographic Preface - D. J. B. Shaw.
  • The Historical Context - S. G. Marks.
  • Politics - M. L. Bressler.
  • The Economy - J. R. Millar.
  • International Relations - A. C. Lynch.
  • Ethnicity and Identity - K. E. Graney.
  • Population, Health, and Migration - T. Heleniak.
  • Environmental Problems - P. R. Pryde.
  • Women in a Changing Context - S. L. Henderson.
  • Religion - O. Kazmina.
  • Literature and Film - A. Barker.
  • Trends and Prospects - M. L. Bressler.

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