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OverviewThe Life of a Russian Woman Doctor by Anna Bek (1869 1954) yields rich insights into the lives of a generation of Russian women who lived at a time of revolutionary change, extraordinary challenges, and unprecedented opportunities. Written in a lively and compelling style, Anna Bek s memoir reveals not only the experiences but also the motives and values of women who sought education, independence, and self-sufficiency, the obstacles they encountered, and the influences of other women and men on their lives. This engrossing memoir also engages the special context of Siberian geography and history the vast distances and isolation, the heterogeneous population of settlers, exiles, and convicts, the closeness and interdependence of families and communities, and the deep appreciation of nature. This book offers a rewarding excursion into Siberian social history and an intimate acquaintance with two exceptional individuals of great charm and courage Anna Bek and her American editor, Anne D. Rassweiler. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Anna Nikolaevna Bek , Anna Bek , Anne D Rassweiler (John H. Rassweiler) , Adele Lindenmeyr (Villanova University)Publisher: Indiana University Press Imprint: Indiana University Press ISBN: 9781282071377ISBN 10: 1282071378 Pages: 152 Publication Date: 01 January 2004 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Undefined Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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