(Paperback)

This text surveys Russia's advances into - and retreats from - Central Asia, Siberia and North America. It spans the period from the Mongol conquest in the 13th century to the Cold War in the 20th century. Despite losses, the expanse of the Russian Federation is a result of the Asian conquests.

(Hardback)

This text surveys Russia's advances into - and retreats from - Central Asia, Siberia and North America. It spans the period from the Mongol conquest in the 13th century to the Cold War in the 20th century. Despite losses, the expanse of the Russian Federation is a result of the Asian conquests.