Paul Miliukov

Outlines Of Russian Culture (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Read Books Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 532
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. August 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781528760232
• Artikelnr.: 59973646

Autorenporträt

Paul Miliukov was an eminent scholar and statesman. He was Professor of History at the University of Moscow. After he emigrated to the United States, he taught in several other American universities and had a number of books and booklets published here.

Inhaltsangabe

Religion and the Church Assimilation of Christianity in Russia
emancipation of the Church from Constantinople
nationalization of the Established Church
its vital role in Russia's spiritual life
growth of sectarianism
conflict with Soviet State
contrast with Christianity in the West
character of the Russian people. Literature Beginnings of Russian literature
escape of Russian writers from foreign influence after Pushkin
great figures of Russia's literary golden age
survey of literature under Soviet regime. Architecture Early development of Russian architecture
"bulb" roofs of wooden churches
imitation of foreign styles in buildings of Peter the Great and Catharine
modern Russian architects. Painting Unique art of ikon painting
eclipsed by foreign influences
return to native themes in nineteenth century
analysis of Soviet art. Music History of Russian music
background of folk song
church music
early operas
composers of recent times and new Soviet musicians
Diogilev's ballet
Russian art and Western audiences.