Exploring the entire history of Russia, from its beginnings up to 1995, this text include coverage of: Muscovite Russia (1480-1598); pre-reform Russia (1801-55); building Stalinism (1929-41); and Perestroika and a new order (1985-95). The book is intended for general readers interested in European/Russian history; students (school and university); teachers; Russian history specialists and academics in related fields; journalists and authors wanting an accessible overview; travellers to Russia; government agencies; and school, public, and institutional libraries.