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James Hadley Billington

    June 1, 1929 – November 20, 2018

    James Hadley Billington was a distinguished American academic and author who taught history at Harvard and Princeton. He served as the 13th Librarian of Congress, significantly shaping America's cultural institutions over his extensive tenure. His academic work delved into historical narratives, and his legacy is cemented by his impactful leadership in the cultural sphere.

    The Icon and the Axe. An Interpretive History of Russian Culture
    Russia transformed: Breakthrough to Hope