Russia's Steppe Frontier

<p>Khodarkovsky provides a detailed chronological narrative of Russia's steppe relations which conveys brilliantly the depth of Moscow's engagement in the world of steppe politics. . . . This is counterbalanced by insightful thematic discussion of the perennial issues involved. . . . Altogether an excellent study of a vital dimension of Russia's historical evolution. --Slavonic and East European Review<br /><br />. . . the first connected account of Moscow's assertion of military and political control over its steppe frontier. The book's scope is impressive as it traces the transformation of a turbulent steppe frontier into an imperial borderland. . . . a signal contribution to our understanding of European history. --American Historical Review<br /><br />Drawing on sources and archival materials in Russian and Turkic languages <i>Russia's Steppe Frontier</i> presents a complex picture of the encounter between indigenous peoples and the Russians. An original and invaluable resource for understanding Russia's imperial experience.</p>