Julia Ioffe’s ‘Motherland’ — Meduza

Julia Ioffe's 'Motherland'

Journalist Julia Ioffe discusses her new book, Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy, a finalist for the National Book Award.

Julia describes her years-long writing process and the blending of memoir and historical analysis, providing a unique perspective through the narratives of women from the top echelons of Soviet and Russian society.

The episode offers a detailed look at the complexities of Soviet and Russian feminism, making it a must-listen for those interested in history and gender studies.

A must-listen for anyone interested in this history and gender studies.

Author's summary: Julia Ioffe's book explores Soviet and Russian feminism.

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