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Fame or Oblivion?
By Loren Graham
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Description
In Fame or Oblivion? the author makes a provocative thesis: that Russian society has historically nurtured literary and artistic genius while stifling technological innovation. Based on the tools of cultural and historical analysis, the book examines how social patterns, economic systems, and institutional support-or lack thereof—influence the outcomes of creative achievements.
From the enduring heritage of Tolstoy and Tchaikovsky to the forgotten names of the inventors of early computers and lasers, this work put into contrast Russia's world's known contributions to literature, music, and mathematics with its underrecognized pioneers in science and technology. It argues that invention does not exist per se, but requires a huge environment of support, investment, and societal readiness.
Though rooted in Russian history, the book offers a universal lens—inviting readers to reflect on the correlation between genius and recognition, and to consider how societies can better harness the full spectrum of human ingenuity.
Product details
Number of Pages:
304
Release Date:
2025-09-23
Publication Date:
2025-09-23
Publisher:
Cherry Orchard Books
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN13:
9798887198231
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Weight:
420 g
Height:
132 cm
Width:
209 cm
Thickness:
20 cm
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