Moscow University in the Social and Cultural Life of the Beginning of XIX Century in Russia

The book is dedicated to one of the most important periods in the history of Moscow University - the first decade of the XIX century. It was at this time formed and developed the main features are defined in the future face of the university and higher education in Russia as a whole. Outline of the history of the university is represented in the book on the broad background of the cultural life of Russian society at the beginning of the XIX century. Are vivid portraits of professors and students of the time, including Griboyedov, Chaadaev, many future Decembrists. The book is written based on a wide range of archival sources, many of which are first introduced in the scientific revolution. The book is addressed to all readers interested in the history of Russian science and culture.