Imperial Russia provides an accessible reference tool for students, researchers, historians and Russian history enthusiasts. It covers the period from Ivan IV to the death of Nicholas II. There are chronologies for each of the reigns and the handbook covers important political and administrative changes, the influence of the West, religion, serfdom, and economic progress. Wars and international relations are succinctly explained as is the rise of radicalism and the revolutions of 1905 and 1917. Other sections deal with education, the arts, law, press and censorship. It is essential reading for anyone interested in Soviet and East European history.

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John Paxton was the Editor of The Statesman's Year Book from 1969 to 1990.

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List of Maps Preface Introduction: Imperial Russia Tsars and Important Advisers and Ministers (1533-1919) Problems of Dynastic Succession (1533-1917) Political Chronologies The Influence of the West Political and Administrative Changes in Imperial Russia Religion Serfdom in Imperial Russia Social and Economic Progress Rise of Radicalism International Relations and the Expansion of Russia Overseas Education and the Arts Law, Crime and Punishment Biographies Glossary Bibliography Maps and Genealogical Table Index