Michael Khodarkovsky Book order
Michael Khodarkovsky is a professor of history specializing in Russia's imperial expansion into Eurasian borderlands. His work delves into broader themes of the Russian Empire, comparative empires, colonialism, and Western civilization. Through historical analysis, he offers insights into the processes that shaped borders and identities within vast imperial structures. His research illuminates the dynamics of power and interaction at the fringes of empires.
- 2019
- 2011
Bitter Choices
- 216 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Michael Khodarkovsky's book tells the story of Semen Atarshchikov, a single man with multiple allegiances, and provides a concise and compelling history of the mountainous region between the Black and Caspian Seas.
- 2004
The author, an Associate Professor of History, specializes in the interaction between the Russian state and the Kalmyk nomads during the early modern period. His notable works explore themes of cultural exchange, state formation, and religious dynamics within the Russian Empire. His scholarship focuses on the complexities of missions, conversion, and the tolerance exhibited in this historically rich context, providing a nuanced understanding of the era's social and political landscapes.