Political reform in the Ottoman and Russian empires : a comparative approach
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Political reform in the Ottoman and Russian empires : a comparative approach
（Europe's legacy in the modern world）
, 2017
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Description
Throughout the 'long 19th century', the Ottoman and Russian empires shared a goal of destroying one another. Yet, they also shared a similar vision for imperial state renewal, with the goal of avoiding revolution, decline and isolation within Europe. Adrian Brisku explores how this path of renewal and reform manifested itself: forging new laws and institutions, opening up the economy to the outside world, and entering the European political community of imperial states.
Political Reform in the Ottoman and Russian Empires tackles the dilemma faced by both empires, namely how to bring about meaningful change without undermining the legal, political and economic status quo. The book offers a unique comparison of Ottoman and Russian politics of reform and their connection to the wider European politico-economic space.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Part I: Men versus Institutions: Law and Religion
1. Quests for Fundamental Change: 'True Monarchy' and the 'Holy Alliance'
2. 'Alternation and Complete Renewal of Ancient Custom': An Unattainable Pledge
Part II: Managing the Future: From Law to Political Economy and Political Representation
3. Empire and Progress
4. A Constitutional Empire
Epilogue, From Reform to Revolution: Imperial Core in Turmoil
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Index
by "Nielsen BookData"