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The Whisperers by Orlando Figes
Through interviews and family archives, Orlando Figes weaves the story of the triumphs and tragedies of the ordinary people who lived in Stalin's Russia.
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The Samuel Johnson Prize 2008
Five excellent books on a wide variety of subjects have made the shortlist for the 2008 Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction.
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Books about Russian Culture
These three books about Russian culture delve into its development and how it affected history.
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Russian Culture Guides
One of the best things to do before traveling to a country as complicated as Russia is to read up on its history and culture. Here are some books to get you started.
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Go To the People Movement
Examination of the Russian "Go to the People" movement, a student exodus to the peasant countryside with the goal of encouraging a revolution.
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Torture in East European History
Rulers, military, and peasants throughout Eastern European history have been known to have used torture against their enemies, prisoners, or fellow citizens.
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