Examines the people, religion, daily life, politics, culture, history, and geography of Russia, emphasizing its transition, since 1991, from a communist to a free nation.
Provides a portrait of the people of Russia as they rebuild their country in the aftermath of forty years of communist rule. Includes interviews with citizens and officials, history of the country, maps, photographs, and a chronicle of key events.
Examines the people, religion, environmental problems, politics, culture, history, and geography of Russia, emphasizing its transition, since 1991, from a communist to a free nation.