National identity and the perception of geographical space in contemporary Russian political thought
Journal: Politics
Year: 2020

This paper investigates the evolution of the concept of Russian identity in relation to the geographical and cultural features of Russian political thought. It observes the liaison between Russian national identity and the concept of Russian-Eurasian space. Despite the regime changes of the last century, it is argued, Russia has often perceived itself as a unique political entity whose identity and mindset is closely intertwined with its large spaces. The paper examines the main features of Russ