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.
Russian History: from Lenin to Putin
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Explain the origins and development of the Russian state and people.
Apply theories of politics and society to Russian History.
Evaluate the impact of a series of Soviet and Russian leaders on the word.
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JA
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2017
Mr Kenez is making a remarkable presentation of Russian history. Very structured and balanced. Impressive knowledge. Thanks for a very interesting course.
RS
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2020
I found that course had a central theme, the incompatibility of the Communist structures with an increase in the standard of living, that was well documented from the time of Lenin to that of Putin.
SS
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2022
​this was a great course. I like that the video stops part way through for a comprehension check.... and the feedback provided on those informal questions is very helpful. I learned a lot!
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