Avrich, Paul
Russian Rebels, 1600-1800: The Norton Library ; N836
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393008364
- author:
- Avrich, Paul
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- John Wiley Australia
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1976
- Pages:
- 309
- Dimensions:
- 20.7 x 12.6 x 2 centimeters (0.3
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Russia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Paul Avrich's "Russian Rebels, 1600-1800" is a meticulously researched account of popular uprisings in Russia during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Drawing on a wide range of published materials, Avrich crafts a compelling narrative that explores the causes, courses, and outcomes of each revolt. Through his analysis, Avrich sheds light on the tradition of mass revolt in premodern Russia, comparing key events and searching for common patterns. This thoughtful work offers a nuanced understanding of a complex period in Russian history, making it an invaluable resource for historians and anyone interested in this fascinating topic. By examining the principal revolts of the time, Avrich provides a rich and engaging study that will appeal to readers seeking insight into Russia's turbulent past.