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Russia Engages The World, 14531825
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Russia Engages The World, 14531825, An Elegant New Book Created By A Team Of Leading Historians In Collaboration With The New York Public Library, Traces Russia'S Development From An Insular, Medieval, Liturgical Realm Centered On Old Muscovy, Into A Modern, Secular, World Power Embodied In Cosmopolitan St. Petersburg. Featuring Eight Essays And 120 Images From The Library'S Distinguished Collections, It Is Both An Engagingly Written Work And A Striking Visual Object. Anyone Interested In The Dramatic History Of Russia And Its Extraordinary Artifacts Will Be Captivated By This Book.Before The Late Fifteenth Century, Europeans Knew Virtually Nothing About Muscovy, The Core Of What Would Become The Russian Empire. The Rare Visitormerchant, Adventurer, Diplomatdescribed An Exotic, Alien Place. Then, Under The Powerful Tsar Peter The Great, St. Petersburg Became The Architectural Embodiment And Principal Site Of A Cultural Revolution, And The Port Of Entry For The Europeanization Of Russia. From The Reign Of Peter To That Of Catherine The Great, Russia Sought Increasing Involvement In The Scientific Advancements And Cultural Trends Of Europe. Yet Russia Harbored A Certain Dualism When Engaging The World Outside Its Borders, Identifying At Times With Europe And At Other Times With Its Asian Neighbors.The Essays Are Enhanced By Images Of Rare Russian Books, Illuminated Manuscripts, Maps, Engravings, Watercolors, And Woodcuts From The Fifteenth To The Nineteenth Centuries, As Well As The Treasures Of Diverse Minority Cultures Living In The Territories Of The Empire Or Acquired By Russian Voyagers. These Materials Were Also Featured In An Exhibition Of The Same Name, Mounted At The New York Public Library In The Fall Of 2003, To Celebrate The Tercentenary Of St. Petersburg.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Russia Engages the World, 1453-1825'? A: The book focuses on the transformation of Russia from an isolated medieval state into a modern world power, highlighting key historical figures and cultural shifts during this period.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by a team of leading historians in collaboration with The New York Public Library, with notable contributions from Cynthia Hyla Whittaker.
- Q: What type of materials are included in the book? A: The book includes eight essays and 120 images, featuring rare Russian books, manuscripts, maps, and artworks from the Library's collections.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is still readable and valuable for study.
- Q: When was 'Russia Engages the World, 1453-1825' published? A: The book was published on October 3, 2003.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Russian history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for anyone interested in the history of Russia, its cultural artifacts, and significant historical events.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: Was there an exhibition related to this book? A: Yes, there was an exhibition at The New York Public Library in the fall of 2003 that celebrated the tercentenary of St. Petersburg, which featured materials discussed in this book.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in an unstated edition.