International Politics of Eurasia: v. 3: The Politics of Religion in Russia a...

Taylor & Francis

First Published in 2015. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company. > First Published in 2015. This ambitious ten-volume series develops a comprehensive analysis of the evolving world role of the post-Soviet successor states. Each volume considers a different factor influencing the relationship between internal politics and international relations in Russia and in the western and southern tiers of newly independent states. The contributors were chosen not only for their recognized expertise but also to ensure a stimulating diversity of perspectives and a dynamic mix of approaches. This is Volume3 The Politics of Religion in Russia and the New States of Eurasia. > About the Editors and Contributors, Preface, 1. Introduction, I. Russia, 2. The Russian Orthodox Church as an Empire-Saving Institution, 3. The Russian Orthodox Church in the Postcommunist CIS, 4. Civil Society and Religion in Traditional Political Culture: The Case of Russia, 5. The Church ann