What was so little
about “Little Russia”?
What was so little
about “Little Russia”?
Author(s): James C. PearceSubject(s): Sociolinguistics, Russian Aggression against Ukraine
Published by: Kolegium Europy Wschodniej im. Jana Nowaka-Jeziorańskiego we Wrocławiu
Keywords: linguistics; war in Ukraine; Russian aggression against Ukraine;
Summary/Abstract: Despite earlier mentions, it was not untilPeter the Great’s reign when “Little Russia” wasofficially co-opted and could be located on a map.The linguistic distinction of Great and Little Russia wasalso a key part of establishing a separate “Ukrainian”identity. By 1721, the distinctions between Rus’,Russia and all the “Russias” were confused.
Journal: New Eastern Europe
- Issue Year: 2022
- Issue No: 06 (54)
- Page Range: 55-59
- Page Count: 5
- Language: English
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