The Image of Peter the Great in Russian History and Thought.

The image of Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia from 1689 to 1725, has been a central theme of Russian history, art and literature. This study draws on Russian historical accounts, folklore and the arts to demonstrate how the image of Peter has reflected the changing cultural values of Russian people.

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Online Access: Full text (MCPHS users only)
Main Author: Riasanovsky, Nicholas V.
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, 1992
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Summary:The image of Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia from 1689 to 1725, has been a central theme of Russian history, art and literature. This study draws on Russian historical accounts, folklore and the arts to demonstrate how the image of Peter has reflected the changing cultural values of Russian people.
Physical Description:1 online resource (344 pages)
ISBN:9780198020554
0198020554
9781601298775
1601298773
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Print version record.