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A Public Empire: Property and the Quest for the Common Good In Imperial Russia

SKU: 9780691159058

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Challenge common perceptions of Russian property rights with this insightful study on Imperial Russia. This groundbreaking work delves into the complex relationship between property, the state, and the pursuit of the common good, particularly examining the concept of ‘public things’ like rivers and cultural heritage. Discover how Russian intellectuals and reformers grappled with property reform, seeking to balance private ownership with public interest from Catherine the Great to the 1917 revolutions. Essential reading for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Russian history, imperial studies, and the evolution of property law and civil society in a pivotal era.

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