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A History of Russia: From Peter the Great to Gorbachev
- Narrated by: Mark Steinberg
- Length: 18 hrs and 45 mins
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Summary
It's difficult to imagine a nation with a history more compelling for Americans than Russia. Before the collapse of the Soviet Union, this was the nation against which we measured our own nation's values and power and with whom war, if it ever came, could spell unimaginable catastrophe for our planet.
Yet many Americans have never had the opportunity to study Russia in depth, and to see how the forces of history came together to shape a future so different from the dreams of most ordinary Russian people, eager to see their nation embrace Western values of progress, human rights, and justice.
Now a much-honored teacher has created a series of 36 lectures designed to give you one of the deepest glimpses into Russia you've ever had - a vivid journey through 300 years of Russian history as seen through the eyes of her own people. You'll discover historical themes made clear not by discussing treaties, war declarations, or economic statistics - but by examining the lives and ideas of the men and women who were Russia: tsars, emperors, Communist Party leaders, writers, artists, peasants, and factory workers.
You'll grasp what Russian life was like as Professor Steinberg analyzes ideas of power not only from the viewpoint of its rulers, but also from that of the ruled; the theme of happiness and its pursuit that resonates throughout Russian history, and ideas of morality and ethics as wielded by both the Russian state and its critics.
And you'll listen as he brings alive the vibrant Russian imagination - so willing to visualize a different kind of life for its people, yet so burdened by its darker sides of doubt and pessimism that those visions were rejected.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- 03-01-15
This is wonderful
What made the experience of listening to A History of Russia: From Peter the Great to Gorbachev the most enjoyable?
Such scale, such knowledge, such a personable style of delivery. I loved every minute of it. Makes me want to go and read about each and every one of the figures and events described. Truly inspiring. My only slight reservation is that Mark's voice gets a little hoarse which is not surprising, given the amount of text, while the canned applause is not convincing.
What about Professor Mark Steinberg’s performance did you like?
I thought he was great - obviously, he is steeped in the subject!
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No - i had to listen to each lecture separately, as the amount of information was daunting.
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- Mat
- 21-05-15
Loved it.
A comprehensive and very informative yet easy to listen course. Very good narration. Worth the time spent!
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- Tarjinder
- 15-08-18
history of Russia
while this lecture is fascinating I was hoping for a detailed account of the Soviet era
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- Charles King-Tenison
- 21-05-19
Very interesting and Constructive
Very enjoyable and well worth a listen to. It is a little but too much of a narrative at time but has very interesting discussion and views for the period as a whole. Well worth a listen to.
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- Miss J Adderley
- 06-09-20
great to hear about russian
A really good guide to give you a thorough history of Russia and it rulers
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- Lovis
- 10-09-22
Love this book!
I really like this book! Super interesting, great narration and gives a good perspective and understanding of Russia and it’s politics. I feel a better understanding of the current situation involving the Ukraine war after listening to this book.
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- Barbara Z.
- 17-04-24
Worth reading
Good book, I learned a lot not only about major historical events but also life of ordinary people over the ages. Helps understand Russia today.
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- D. Lawson
- 23-07-20
A potted summary of Russian History
This potted summary of Russia and USSR history has kept me engaged from start to finish. I have no doubt that I will listen again soon. Well worth reading.
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- Amazon Customer
- 26-02-17
Very informative
As a novice learning about Russian history out of general interest, I found these lectures to be very informative. The narrator was clear in his delivery. The supporting documents were also very helpful.
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- Nancy Bowring
- 13-10-22
Captivating Lectures
Mark Steinberg somehow manages to convey the history of Russia without seeming to be lecturing. I enjoyed every minute of the 18 hours 45 minutes which were gripping and shocking but always intensely interesting.
After his cautiously optimistic summing up on the state of Russia just before Putin came to power, I would love to read/hear Professor Steinberg’s views on the current situation.
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