A Brief History of Russia

The history of Russia is a story of extremes: From its climate to its convulsive changes of government, Russia and its people have learned to endure the intolerable. Yet despite such hardships, the country remains one of the most influential in the world. Some of the most esteemed works of literature and music have emerged from its culture, and Russia stands poised to be a major player in global politics as the 21st century progresses.

Detailing the social, economic, and political changes and …