Explore the deep roots of Russian conservatism with Sergei Uvarov’s fascinating story. Lesley Chamberlain skillfully deciphers how this pivotal 19th-century figure, a paradoxical blend of educational reformer and censor, cemented the ‘Orthodoxy, Autocracy, Nationality!’ ideology. This insightful book illuminates how Uvarov’s life shaped modern Russia and its enduring relationship with the West. A must-read for students of Russian history and those keen to understand the complexities of contemporary Russia and its global standing.