Who's Who in Russia since 1900

<p><em>Who's Who is Russia and the Soviet Union</em> is a unique reference guide which examines the leading political, economic, cultural, military, scientific and sporting personalities from 1900-1991. Through analysis of figures such as Stalin, Brezhnev, Khrushchev, Yeltsin, Ratushinskaya and Sakharov, a comprehensive portrait of Russian and Soviet society in this era emerges. The book takes the reader up to the collapse of the Soviet Union and provides:<br>- detailed biographical information on each leading figure<br>- bibliographical references with entries as an aid to further research<br>- a comprehensive glossary of Russian terms, concepts and institutions and a useful chronology of events<br>- an accessible and user-friendly A-Z layout<br>- an invaluable guide for students, teachers, researchers, and the general reader alike.</p> Introduction, Chronology, WHO’S WHO IN RUSSIA SINCE 1900, Glossary, Maps, Bibliography