In this course, Peter Kenez, Professor Emeritus at UC Santa Cruz, explains the events of modern Russian history and introduces its most significant actors—from Vladimir Lenin to Vladimir Putin.
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Russian History: from Lenin to Putin
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
The 9th Century to the 1920s
The Great Patriotic War: Before and After
Reform, Stagnation, Collapse, Rebirth?
Reviews
- 5 stars80.59%
- 4 stars15.93%
- 3 stars1.41%
- 2 stars0.63%
- 1 star1.41%
TOP REVIEWS FROM RUSSIAN HISTORY: FROM LENIN TO PUTIN
Great sense of humanity from Kenez, with specific details as well as a broad overview of the events affecting (and being affected by) Russia.
This course gave me a greater understanding of some of the misconceptions of Russia, I came to realize that people are similar the world over. Very interesting course.
My first ever online course, and what a great start. The Professor leading it was very good at explaining the fasicating and recent history of Russia with a personal touch. 5/5
Great class and the professor did an excellent job relaying the information. Honestly, I wish it was a little longer and a little more in depth. Definitely, learned a lot.
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