Crossing the Line

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Focusing on the experiences of homeless individuals in late Soviet Russia and the post-socialist era, this book utilizes in-depth interviews to reveal the complexities of their narratives. Svetlana Stephenson contextualizes these stories within theories of social-spatial exclusion, offering insights into homelessness as a profound example of social-territorial displacement. The work advances the understanding of homelessness in Russia, highlighting the unique challenges faced during a period of significant social change.