The Britannica Guide To Russia

The Britannica Guide to Russia (2009)
By Mary Dejevsky (Robinson)
As sold by Crappy Old Books

Step into the vast, complex world of the largest country on Earth — with The Britannica Guide to Russia, a brisk and insightful 2009 volume that tries its best to make sense of centuries of tsars, revolutions, vodka, and Vladimir Putin. Authored by seasoned journalist Mary Dejevsky (Robinson), this compact guide offers a whirlwind tour through Russia’s turbulent past, uncertain present, and enigmatic future — with just enough facts to make you dangerous at dinner parties.

Perfect for armchair historians, Cold War nostalgists, or anyone who once Googled "What is the Kremlin?", this book is both informative and accessible — though not immune to the occasional sweeping generalisation. Pick up your slightly worn, questionably scented copy from Crappy Old Books, where the pages may be yellowed, but the geopolitical intrigue is evergreen.

Warning: May contain outdated optimism about Russia’s direction. Also possibly a dried leaf inside.

near new, has once crease down spine.

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