Routledge Gender and Sexuality in Russian Civilisation Book

Explore the complex history of gender and sexuality in modern Russia through this scholarly work from Routledge. Part of the Harwood Studies in Russian and European Literature, this book examines how identity shaped Russian society during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Readers will find a deep analysis that looks at history, art, folklore, philosophy, and literature. The text is organized into thematic sections to help students and researchers follow specific academic arguments. While much of the focus remains on the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, several chapters extend these discussions into the Soviet and post-Soviet periods. This volume provides a detailed look at how gender and power relate to national identity and artistic expression. It is an essential resource for those studying Russian history, sociology, or literature, offering a structured way to understand the evolution of sexual identity and literary discourse in the Russian context.