Foreword and Acknowledgments; Introduction. Images, Concepts and History of a Borderland; Chapter One. The Making of a Borderland; Chapter Two. Ex Oriente Lux: the Belarusian National State and the Soviet Union; Chapter Three. Borderland Forever: Modern Belarus; Conclusion. Whither Belarus?; Bibliography; Index
Summary
The book explains Belarusa (TM)s adherence to Soviet social, political and economic institutions. Comparative historical analysis spans the period from the 16th century to the present. Discussion concentrates on development of Belarusa (TM)s national institutions in interaction with Russia and other neighbors
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-235) and index
