The Russian Peasantry 1600-1930
The World the Peasants Made

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.

• Peasants accounted for over three quarters of Russian society, and David Moon explores all aspects of their life - including the rural economy, peasant households, village communities and protest against the landowning elites.
• Presents a fresh perspective on the history of Russia itself.
• A big book in every way - but compellingly readable.