Free Download The Icon and the Axe: An Interpretative History of Russian Culture by James H. Billington
English | December 12, 1970 | ISBN: 0844667544, 0394708466 | True EPUB | 880 pages | 5.3 MB
"A sweeping, intricate description of Russian cultural history, spanning the pre-Romanov era through six centuries to the reign of Joseph Stalin. Flowing with ease through time and topic – from art to music, literature, philosophy, mythology and more – the book provides readers with an alluring portrayal of Russia’s proud heritage. Its impressive scope and lasting insights have made it a foundational text in Russian studies. In fact, it was this book, more than any other, that captured my imagination and propelled me toward the study of Russia and the Soviet Union." -Condoleezza Rice, The New York Times
