The essential book on Tsarist Russia – a highly readable popular history and a unique work of reference
David Warnes is the author of Russia: A Modern History. The history of Russia has been his principal enthusiasm since his final year at Jesus College, Cambridge, and he has been a frequent visitor to that country for over thirty years. He was ordained priest in 2005, and serves as Honorary Assistant Curate at St. Mary-le-Tower, Ipswich.
Very accessible and bright with color and interest.--
"Bookwatch"
While the superbly organized text is geared toward general readers,
specialists will find considerable value here; Warnes' speculations
on the causes of Russian eastward expansion and on the actual
relations between church and state are both provocative and
credible. Lavish illustrations and instructive maps supplement the
text.... a valuable resource.-- "Library Journal"
Very accessible and bright with color and interest.--
"Bookwatch"
While the superbly organized text is geared toward general readers,
specialists will find considerable value here; Warnes' speculations
on the causes of Russian eastward expansion and on the actual
relations between church and state are both provocative and
credible. Lavish illustrations and instructive maps supplement the
text.... a valuable resource.-- "Library Journal"
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