DOC Mysticism; Christian and Buddhist by Daisetz Teitaro Suzuki in History

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This impressive work; set to become the standard history on the subject; offers a definitive survey of peasant society in Russia; from the consolidation of serfdom and tsarist autocracy in the 17th century through to the destruction of the peasant's traditional world under Stalin. Over three-quarters of Russian society were peasants in these years; and David Moon explores all aspects of their life xxx; including the rural economy; peasant households; village communities xxx; and their political role; including protest against the landowning elites. In the process he presents a fresh perspective on the history of Russia itself. A big book in every way xxx; and compellingly readable.