The Russian Diaspora: 1917-1941 (Hardcover)

The Russian Diaspora:1917-1941 is a complete reference work to be used as an overview of the mass exodus from the Russian Empire after the revolutions and civil war (1917-1921). This book provides Russian Studies scholars, as well as students of world culture, with an accessible guide and overview of the emigres own lives, as well as of their contributions to the literature, music, arts, science and technology of their host countries. As such, the book is an essential addition to the history of world culture and technology. The layout of the book is extremely helpful. Each topic is introduced using a brief outline of the topic within its historical perspective. The outline is followed by an alphabetical listing of the outstanding contributors within the Russian Diaspora. The final section of the book provides a bibliography of the available Western-language and major Russian references.

General

Imprint:	Scarecrow Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2000
First published:	September 2000
Authors:	Boris Raymond • David R. Jones
Dimensions:	223 x 144 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	288
ISBN-13:	978-0-8108-3786-7
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > The arts: general issues > General Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Humanities > History > European history > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Population & demography > Immigration & emigration Books > History > European history > General Promotions
LSN:	0-8108-3786-2
Barcode:	9780810837867

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