| Eurasianism: A Historical and Contemporary Context Contributor(s): Penny Hill Press, Inc (Editor), Naval Postgraduate School (Author) |
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ISBN: 1522707123 ISBN-13: 9781522707127 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform OUR PRICE: $12.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History - Political Science | World - Russian & Former Soviet Union |
| Physical Information: 0.13" H x 8.5" W x 11.02" (0.38 lbs) 64 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Since the fall of the Soviet Union Russia has yet to implement an effective state ideology to endear the state to its people. Eurasianism could provide a possible solution for the state as a concept that places Russia in a unique place between Europe and Asia rather than a part of either Europe or Asia. This book analyzes the concept of Eurasianism, its origins, its most prolific modern proponent, and the potential for a state sponsored Eurasianist ideology. Eurasianism itself focuses on a unique role for Russia in the realm of international affairs. This concept, in turn, provides a form of Russian exceptionalism to its people. The Russian state can theoretically use such an ideology to provide a coherent argument against Westernization and liberal economic reforms in order to maintain control of the country. Furthermore, the concept of Eurasianism can also serve as a means to provide Russians with a sense of "Great Power" status in line with that of the former Soviet Union. |