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Historical Dictionary of Russian and Soviet Foreign Policy, Hardback Book

Historical Dictionary of Russian and Soviet Foreign Policy Hardback

Part of the Historical Dictionaries of Diplomacy and Foreign Relations series

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The conduct of the foreign relations of the Russian state in its several contexts-Kiev Rus, Muscovy, Russian Empire, Provisional Government, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and Russian Federation-were unique in its common currents from the beginning to the present.

Geography was certainly a key factor, located in the center of the world's largest land mass and surrounded by often hostile forces. "All of the Russias" had to confront the problems of open frontiers and the conduct of relations with a number of adjacent states of different ethnicity, and with many that were more distant.

No other nation states had to face such complex and divergent circumstances over their histories.

Most other Great Powers were neighbors of similar states in culture and historical background, whereas Russia had to deal with Asian, as well as European countries. The Historical Dictionary of Russian and Soviet Foreign Policy covers the history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography.

The dictionary section has over 700 cross-referenced entries on important individuals, events, and other aspects of the foreign policy of this important country.

This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Russian foreign policy.

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