Siberian Exile and the Invention of Revolutionary Russia, 1825-1917
Exiles, Émigrés and the International Reception of Russian Radicalism
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Siberia is portrayed as a notorious exile destination throughout the nineteenth century, embodying the harsh realities of autocratic and totalitarian Tsarist governance. Its image as a vast penal colony highlights the suffering endured by those sent there, reflecting broader themes of oppression and injustice within the regime. This historical context underscores the grim realities faced by exiles and the societal implications of such a formidable place.
