{"product_id":"2026200010578-secondhand-companion-to-russian-history","title":"Companion To Russian History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good. Jacket: Worn\/faded - no tears.  Page Condition: Good. Markings: Previous owner. Binding condition: Good. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew civilisations have endured as much turbulence, transformation, and triumph as Russia, and Companion to Russian History stands as an indispensable guide through its vast and complex past. John Paxton presents a comprehensive reference work that chronicles the sweep of Russian history — from the earliest Slavic settlements and the rise of Kievan Rus through the Mongol invasions, the age of the Tsars, the revolutionary upheavals of the twentieth century, and the consolidation of Soviet power. Arranged for ease of use, the volume details key figures, battles, political movements, cultural milestones, and geographical entities that have shaped one of the world's great nations.\n\nPaxton's authoritative and precise style makes this an essential desk reference for students, scholars, and general readers alike, distilling centuries of complex historical narrative into clear, reliable entries. The breadth of coverage — spanning rulers, reformers, artists, ideologues, and institutions — illuminates the recurring themes of autocracy, resilience, and reinvention that have defined the Russian experience. Whether used as a starting point or a scholarly resource, this companion rewards the curious reader with a deeper understanding of a nation whose history continues to resonate across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49130716365019,"sku":"2026200010578-SECONDHAND","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/3d18f46a-f666-4a48-ba88-fe8aefbfabe8.png?v=1786589096","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026200010578-secondhand-companion-to-russian-history","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}