Portrait of the Soviet Union

Follows the history of czarist Russia from the foundation of the Russian state at Kiev in the mid-800s to the end of Romanov rule.

Focuses on the history, geography, ethnic groups, arts, government, and people of the Soviet Union.

Describes the successful Communist takeover of Russia, the establishment of the Soviet Union, and the contributions of subsequent regimes, with particular attention given to foreign relations after World War II.