Russia as Civilization: Ideological Discourses in Politics, Media and Academia

This book explores the rise of civilizational rhetoric in Russian and global politics, analyzing its use in political and media discourses, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices. It shows that Russian civilizationism is an ideological production responding to the challenges of globalization, while also being contested in Russia. It will be of interest to students and scholars of Russian area studies, Slavic studies, intellectual and cultural history, nationalism and imperial histories, international relations, discourse analysis, cultural studies, media studies, religion studies, and gender studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the intricate relationship between civilization and Russian-language political and media discourses, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices. It explores the rise of civilizational rhetoric in Russia and its impact on global politics. The contributors aim to answer the question: why does the concept of civilization hold such a significant place in current Russian geopolitical and creative imaginations? Through a comprehensive analysis, the book reveals how discourse on civilization permeates Russian identity formations, both in imperial and national contexts, as well as at state and civil levels of society. While the chapters offer diverse interpretations and approaches, the book demonstrates that Russian civilizationism is a form of ideological production responding to the challenges of globalization.

Despite its popularity, the concept of civilization is also widely contested in Russia today. This examination of contemporary Russian identities and self-understanding holds particular interest for students and scholars of Russian area studies, Slavic studies, intellectual and cultural history, nationalism and imperial histories, international relations, discourse analysis, cultural studies, media studies, religion studies, and gender studies.

The book is organized into five chapters, each contributing to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between civilization and Russian-language political and media discourses, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices. In the first chapter, the authors provide a historical overview of the concept of civilization in Russia, tracing its origins from the Roman Empire to the present day. They explore how the idea of civilization has been used to justify Russian imperial expansion, as well as how it has been contested and reimagined in modern times.

The second chapter examines the role of civilizational rhetoric in Russian political discourse. The authors analyze how politicians and public figures use the concept of civilization to frame their arguments and appeal to voters. They explore how civilizational discourse is used to promote national identity, justify military interventions, and undermine democratic institutions.

The third chapter explores the impact of civilizational discourse on intellectual and academic production in Russia. The authors examine how scholars and intellectuals use the concept of civilization to frame their research and interpret historical events. They explore how civilizational discourse is used to legitimize certain political ideologies and undermine others.

The fourth chapter examines the role of civilizational discourse in Russian artistic practices. The authors explore how artists use the concept of civilization to express their ideas and create works of art. They examine how civilizational discourse is used to promote national identity, celebrate cultural heritage, and critique Western cultural imperialism.

The fifth chapter concludes the book by reflecting on the implications of the study. The authors argue that the concept of civilization plays a crucial role in shaping Russian geopolitical

This examination of contemporary Russian identities and self-understanding holds particular interest for students and scholars of Russian area studies, Slavic studies, intellectual and cultural history, nationalism and imperial histories, international relations, discourse analysis, cultural studies, media studies, religion studies, and gender studies.

The book is organized into five chapters, each contributing to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between civilization and Russian-language political and media discourses, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices. In the first chapter, the authors provide a historical overview of the concept of civilization in Russia, tracing its origins. They explore how the idea of civilization has been used to justify Russian imperial expansion, as well as how it has been contested and reimagined in modern times.

The second chapter examines the role of civilizational rhetoric in Russian political discourse. The authors analyze how politicians and public figures use the concept of civilization to frame their arguments and appeal to voters. They explore how civilizational discourse is used to promote national identity, justify military interventions, and undermine democratic institutions.

The third chapter explores the impact of civilizational discourse on intellectual and academic production in Russia. The authors examine how scholars and intellectuals use the concept of civilization to frame their research and interpret historical events. They explore how civilizational discourse is used to legitimize certain political ideologies and undermine others.

The fourth chapter examines the role of civilizational discourse in Russian artistic practices. The authors explore how artists use the concept of civilization to express their ideas and create works of art. They examine how civilizational discourse is used to promote national identity, celebrate cultural heritage, and critique Western cultural imperialism.

The fifth chapter concludes the book by reflecting on the implications of the study. The authors argue that the concept of civilization plays a crucial role. It shapes Russian geopolitical and creative imaginations, influencing identity formation, political discourse, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices. The book offers valuable insights into the complex relationship between civilization and Russian-language political and media discourses, intellectual and academic production, and artistic practices, contributing to a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Russia in the global context.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367502270