State, Power and Community in Early Modern Russia

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Focusing on a garrison town in early 17th-century Muscovy, this work explores the impact of colonization on power dynamics within a southern community. It examines interactions at various levels, including village dynamics, land commune organization, and the relationship between local residents and state-appointed officials. The narrative vividly illustrates how the need for defense against Tatar raids influenced social structures and authority in this frontier settlement.