"Philosophical And Cultural Interpretations Of Russian Modernisation | Politics

In this book the expert international contributors attempt to answer questions such as: How far is it possible to attribute change in contemporary Russia as due to cultural factors? How does the process of change in cultural institutions reflect the general development of Russia? Are there certain philosophical ideas that explain the Russian interpretation of a modern state?This edited volume elaborates on processes of Russian modernisation regarding a wide range of factors including the use of modern technology elements of civil society a reliable legal system high levels of education equality among citizens freedom of speech religion and trade. The main focus is on the Putin era but historical backgrounds are also discussed adding context. The chapters cover a wide spectrum of research fields from philosophy and political ideas to gender issues language the education system and the position of music as a constituent of modern identity. Throughout the book the chapters are written so as to introduce experts from other fields to new perspectives on Russian modernisation and de-modernisation processes. It will be of great interest to postgraduates and scholars in Philosophy Politics IR Music and Cultural Studies and of course Russian studies. |Philosophical and Cultural Interpretations of Russian Modernisation | Politics