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The Making of Russia in the Worlds of Byzantium, Mongolia, and Europe

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States21H.326
Free, no sign-up neededSpring 1998English
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Medieval and early modern Russia stood at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. In this course we will examine some of the native developments and foreign influences which most affected the course of Russian history. Particular topics include the rise of the Kievan State, the Mongol Yoke, the rise of Muscovy, Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, relations with Western Europe. How did foreigners perceive Russia? How did those living in the Russian lands perceive foreigners?

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