Excerpt from The Soul of the Russian
N spite of the war, and in spite of the friendship between Russia and England, a friendship becoming more firmly ce mented every day, there are still a great many people to whom our Slav ally remains merely a name. True, books in plenty have recently dealt with that country in many varying forms, but, in the main, they have consisted either of consecutive narrative requiring steady reading, or have been serious works making appeal chiefly to the student. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book sheds light on the many misconceptions surrounding Slav culture, particularly that of Russia. The author discusses the profound differences in the Russian mindset compared to the practical perspectives of the West, emphasizing the importance of spirituality and tradition in Russian life. The book also examines the evolution of the Russian pilgrim, a symbol of the devoutness and determination of the Russian people, particularly rural communities, and provides a unique insight into the role of Orthodoxy in society. The author illustrates the key role of the Russian Orthodox Church in shaping Russian determination to resist German cultural and territorial encroachment. Additionally, the book examines the Cossack culture, long romanticized in legend but little understood in reality. The author traces Cossack history and provides a detailed account of the formation of these dynamic communities, dispelling the myths of their brutality. The author masterfully weaves together history, sociology, and personal anecdotes to present a multifaceted and engaging portrait of Russian culture, emphasizing the power of faith and resilience in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330082942_0
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 256 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25763556/1
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