The diary as a source in Russian and Soviet history

Healey D

Edited by:

Gilbert, G

2020

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Book Title:

Reading Russian Sources: A student’s guide to text and visual sources in Russian history

Routledge

Reviews the use of Soviet-era diaries in current historiography and discussions about their strengths and weaknesses. Offers an example of close reading of the diary of homosexual popular singer Vadim Kozin.

Keywords:

Diaries, Soviet history