{"title":"Albert Baiburin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the esteemed scholar Albert Baiburin, whose profound insights into history and sociology make for enlightening reading. Delve into a world of exploration with Baiburin's meticulously researched books, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Soviet Passport\u003c\/em\u003e, that delve deep into the intricate tapestry of societal structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Baiburin, a noted historian and anthropologist, offers an unparalleled exploration of Soviet life and culture through his work. His writings focus on pivotal historical periods, shedding light on the social mechanisms and military aspects that have shaped contemporary understanding of the Soviet Union.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBaiburin's unique perspective makes complex historical narratives accessible and engaging. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a student eager to learn more about military and societal dynamics, Baiburin's books offer an invaluable resource. Immerse yourself in this collection to uncover the profound effects of systems like the Soviet passport on individuals and society as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the rich tapestry of history with Albert Baiburin's insightful analyses, ideal for anyone keen on understanding the intricacies of the past and how they continue to influence the present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-soviet-passport-by-albert-baiburin-9781509543182","title":"The Soviet Passport","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this remarkable book, Albert Baiburin provides the first in-depth study of the development and uses of the passport, or state identity card, in the former Soviet Union. First introduced in 1932, the Soviet passport took on an exceptional range of functions, extending not just to the regulation of movement and control of migrancy but also to the constitution of subjectivity and of social hierarchies based on place of residence, family background, and ethnic origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the basic role of the Soviet passport was to certify a person’s identity, it assumed a far greater significance in Soviet life. Without it, a person literally ‘disappeared’ from society. It was impossible to find employment or carry out everyday activities like picking up a parcel from the post office; a person could not marry or even officially die without a passport. It was absolutely essential on virtually every occasion when an individual had contact with officialdom because it was always necessary to prove that the individual was the person whom they claimed to be. And since the passport included an indication of the holder’s ethnic identity, individuals found themselves accorded a certain rank in a new hierarchy of nationalities where some ethnic categories were ‘normal’ and others were stigmatized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePassport systems were used by state officials for the deportation of entire population categories—the so-called ‘former people’, those from the pre-revolutionary elite, and the relations of ‘enemies of the people’. But at the same time, passport ownership became the signifier of an acceptable social existence, and the passport itself—the information it contained, the photographs and signatures—became part of the life experience and self-perception of those who possessed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis meticulously researched and highly original book will be of great interest to students and scholars of Russia and the Soviet Union and to anyone interested in the shaping of identity in the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000818352364,"sku":"9781509543182","price":83.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12454073482725.jpg?v=1763307097"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/albert-baiburin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}