Description: State Secularism and Lived Religion in Soviet Russia and Ukraine is a collection of essays written by a broad cross-section of scholars from around the world that explores the myriad forms religious expression and religious practice took in Soviet society in conjunction with the Soviet government's commitment to secularization.
Review Quotes: "The stories told here are testimony to the enduring appeal of religion, even in very difficult circumstances. The quality of the volume, based as it is on very thorough and thoughtful research, helps to create a significantly more nuanced understanding of how religious belief evolved in this period. It is an outstanding book--a rich resource for researchers and teachers alike." --The Russian Review