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The idea of abolishing death was one of the most influential myth-making concepts expressed in Russian literature from 1900 to 1930, especially in the works of writers who attributed a "life-modeling" function to art. The author finds the seeds of this extraordinary concept in the erosion of traditional religion in late-nineteenth-century Russia.

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"Strongly recommended ... It is learned without being in the least pedantic, thoughtful without being ponderous, original without posturing or effortful self-display. The topic has never been treated in extenso before, yet it is very important to a full understanding of Russian literature of the early decades of this century. The book is so fascinating and so enjoyable to read that it may well develop a wider readership beyond specialists." -Hugh McLeanUniversity of California, Berkeley

Abolishing Death

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      Publisher Stanford University Press
      Published 1 November 1992
      ISBN-13 9780804719353
      978-0804719353
      ISBN-10 0804719357
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      Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000

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      Book Synopsis
      The idea of abolishing death was one of the most influential myth-making concepts expressed in Russian literature from 1900 to 1930, especially in the works of writers who attributed a "life-modeling" function to art. The author finds the seeds of this extraordinary concept in the erosion of traditional religion in late-nineteenth-century Russia.

      Trade Review
      "Strongly recommended ... It is learned without being in the least pedantic, thoughtful without being ponderous, original without posturing or effortful self-display. The topic has never been treated in extenso before, yet it is very important to a full understanding of Russian literature of the early decades of this century. The book is so fascinating and so enjoyable to read that it may well develop a wider readership beyond specialists." -Hugh McLeanUniversity of California, Berkeley

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