A. Zhdanov. The book "Границы России в XVIIXX веках" (The Borders of Russia in the 17th Century) by A. A. Zhdanov is a comprehensive historical study of the development of the Russian state's borders during the 17th century. The author examines the political, economic, and social factors that influenced the expansion and defense of the Russian Empire's boundaries, highlighting the complex interplay between the state and its subjects. The book provides a detailed analysis of the geographical, ethnic, and religious factors that shaped the country's borders and their impact on the lives of the people living within them. The book begins with an overview of the Russian Empire's territorial growth from the early 16th century to the mid-17th century, discussing the expansion of its borders through military conquests, treaties, and diplomacy. The author then delves into the specific regions of the empire, exploring the unique cultural, linguistic, and religious characteristics of each area and how they influenced the development of the borders. One of the central themes of the book is the tension between the state's need for security and the needs of its subjects.

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