Architectures Of Russian Identity
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Architectures Of Russian Identity
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Author : James Cracraft
language : en
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Release Date : 2003
Architectures Of Russian Identity written by James Cracraft and has been published by Cornell University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Architecture categories.
Across five centuries of Russian history, Russian leaders have used architecture to project unity, identity and power. In this book, authors from disciplines including architectural history, linguistics and geography survey the political and symbolic meanings of many kinds of structures.
Architectures Of Russian Identity 1500 To The Present
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Author : James Cracraft
language : en
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Release Date : 2018-08-06
Architectures Of Russian Identity 1500 To The Present written by James Cracraft and has been published by Cornell University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-08-06 with Architecture categories.
From the royal pew of Ivan the Terrible, to Catherine the Great's use of landscape, to the struggles between the Orthodox Church and preservationists in post-Soviet Yaroslavl—across five centuries of Russian history, Russian leaders have used architecture to project unity, identity, and power. Church architecture has inspired national cohesion and justified political control while representing the claims of religion in brick, wood, and stone. The architectural vocabulary of the Soviet state celebrated industrialization, mechanization, and communal life. Buildings and landscapes have expressed utopian urges as well as lofty spiritual goals. Country houses and memorials have encoded their own messages. In Architectures of Russian Identity, James Cracraft and Daniel Rowland gather a group of authors from a wide variety of backgrounds—including history and architectural history, linguistics, literary studies, geography, and political science—to survey the political and symbolic meanings of many different kinds of structures. Fourteen heavily illustrated chapters demonstrate the remarkable fertility of the theme of architecture, broadly defined, for a range of fields dealing with Russia and its surrounding territories. The authors engage key terms in contemporary historiography—identity, nationality, visual culture—and assess the applications of each in Russian contexts.
A History Of Russian Exposition And Festival Architecture
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Author : Alla Aronova
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2018-10-03
A History Of Russian Exposition And Festival Architecture written by Alla Aronova and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-03 with Architecture categories.
This collection of thirteen vignettes addresses several important episodes in the history of Russian temporary architecture and public art, from the royal festivals during the times of Peter the Great up to the recent venues including the Sochi Winter Olympics. The forms and the circumstances of their design were drastically different; however, the projects discussed in the book share a common feature: they have been instrumental in the construction of Russia’s national identity, with its perception of the West - simultaneously, a foe and a paragon - looming high over this process. The book offers a history of multidirectional relationships between diplomacy, propaganda, and architecture.
Russia And Its New Security Architecture In Europe
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Author : Andrey S. Makarychev
language : en
Publisher: CEPS
Release Date : 2009
Russia And Its New Security Architecture In Europe written by Andrey S. Makarychev and has been published by CEPS this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with European Union countries categories.
A Companion To Russian History
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Author : Abbott Gleason
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2014-01-28
A Companion To Russian History written by Abbott Gleason and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-28 with History categories.
This companion comprises 28 essays by international scholars offering an analytical overview of the development of Russian history from the earliest Slavs through to the present day. Includes essays by both prominent and emerging scholars from Russia, Great Britain, the US, and Canada Analyzes the entire sweep of Russian history from debates over how to identify the earliest Slavs, through the Yeltsin Era, and future prospects for post-Soviet Russia Offers an extensive review of the medieval period, religion, culture, and the experiences of ordinary people Offers a balanced review of both traditional and cutting-edge topics, demonstrating the range and dynamism of the field
Visualizing Russia
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Author : Cynthia Hyla Whittaker
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 2010-07-14
Visualizing Russia written by Cynthia Hyla Whittaker and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-14 with History categories.
The Romantic search for a national past was a European preoccupation in the first half of the nineteenth century. In Russia, this process led to the formation of the Russian style that has to today so captivated the world's imagination. While the manifestations of this style are easily recognizable in gleaming gilt, vibrant colors, onion domes, peasant costume, and tsarist regalia, hardly anyone has realized the pioneering and defining role that Fedor Solntsev (1801-1892) played in the development of a Russian national aesthetic. This book rescues Solntsev from obscurity and celebrates his major contributions to the arts, archaeology, architecture, ethnography, icon painting, restoration work, and Russian nationalist ideology as well as place his work in a general European context. Contributors include: Marc Raeff, Wendy Salmond, Richard Wortman, Anne Odom, Irina Bogatskaia, Marina Evtushenko, Olenka Pevny, Irina Reyfman, Nathaniel Knight, Lauren M. O'Connell, and J. Robert Wright.
Russia In Search Of Itself
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Author : James H. Billington
language : en
Publisher: Woodrow Wilson Center Press
Release Date : 2004-03-19
Russia In Search Of Itself written by James H. Billington and has been published by Woodrow Wilson Center Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-03-19 with Philosophy categories.
Billington describes the contentious discussion occurring all over Russia and across the political spectrum. He finds conflicts raging among individuals as much as between organized groups and finds a deep underlying tension between the Russians' attempts to legitimize their new, nominally democratic identity, and their efforts to craft a new version of their old authoritarian tradition. After showing how the problem of Russian identity was framed in the past, Billington asks whether Russians will now look more to the West for a place in the common European home, or to the East for a new, Eurasian identity.
Local Memories In A Nationalizing And Globalizing World
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Author : M. Beyen
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2015-03-10
Local Memories In A Nationalizing And Globalizing World written by M. Beyen and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-10 with History categories.
In historical studies, 'collective memory' is most often viewed as the product of nationalizing strategies carried out by political élites in the hope to create homogeneous nation-states. In contrast, this book asserts that collective memories develop out of a never-ending, triangular negotiation between local, national and transnational actors.
The Russian Empire 1450 1801
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Author : Nancy Shields Kollmann
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-02-09
The Russian Empire 1450 1801 written by Nancy Shields Kollmann and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02-09 with History categories.
Modern Russian identity and historical experience has been largely shaped by Russia's imperial past: an empire that was founded in the early modern era and endures in large part today. The Russian Empire 1450-1801 surveys how the areas that made up the empire were conquered and how they were governed. It considers the Russian empire a 'Eurasian empire', characterized by a 'politics of difference': the rulers and their elites at the center defined the state's needs minimally - with control over defense, criminal law, taxation, and mobilization of resources - and otherwise tolerated local religions, languages, cultures, elites, and institutions. The center related to communities and religions vertically, according each a modicum of rights and autonomies, but didn't allow horizontal connections across nobilities, townsmen, or other groups potentially with common interests to coalesce. Thus, the Russian empire was multi-ethnic and multi-religious; Nancy Kollmann gives detailed attention to the major ethnic and religious groups, and surveys the government's strategies of governance - centralized bureaucracy, military reform, and a changed judicial system. The volume pays particular attention to the dissemination of a supranational ideology of political legitimacy in a variety of media - written sources and primarily public ritual, painting, and particularly architecture. Beginning with foundational features, such as geography, climate, demography, and geopolitical situation, The Russian Empire 1450-1801 explores the empire's primarily agrarian economy, serfdom, towns and trade, as well as the many religious groups - primarily Orthodoxy, Islam, and Buddhism. It tracks the emergence of an 'Imperial nobility' and a national self-consciousness that was, by the end of the eighteenth century, distinctly imperial, embracing the diversity of the empire's many peoples and cultures.
Folk Art Designs From Russia Inspiration From Centuries Of Tradition
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date : 2025-03-09
Folk Art Designs From Russia Inspiration From Centuries Of Tradition written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-09 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Journey into the vibrant world of Russian folk art and discover the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Russian people. This comprehensive guide takes you on an immersive exploration of the diverse art forms that have shaped Russia's identity for centuries. From the iconic matryoshka dolls to the intricate designs of carpets and stove tiles, Russian folk art is a testament to the creativity and craftsmanship of the Russian people. Each piece tells a story, reflecting the region where it was made and the traditions of the people who created it. In this book, you will discover the origins and history of Russian folk art, from its ancient roots to its flourishing in the 19th and early 20th centuries. You will learn about the different types of folk art, including matryoshka dolls, carpets, stove tiles, clay toys, metalwork, architectural motifs, and ceramic figurines. With stunning visuals and detailed descriptions, this book brings the beauty and diversity of Russian folk art to life. You will gain an appreciation for the unique techniques and materials used by folk artists, and the symbolic meanings behind their intricate designs. But Russian folk art is more than just a collection of beautiful objects. It is a living tradition that continues to evolve and inspire contemporary artists and designers. This book explores the efforts to preserve and promote Russian folk art in the modern world, and highlights the work of contemporary artists who are reinterpreting traditional techniques and motifs in innovative ways. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of traditional crafts, this book is an essential guide to the rich and diverse world of Russian folk art. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, intricate designs, and captivating stories that make Russian folk art a treasure to be cherished. If you like this book, write a review!