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Breaking the Tongue : Language, Education, and Power in Soviet Ukraine, 1923-1934

Breaking the Tongue : Language, Education, and Power in Soviet Ukraine, 1923-1934

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In the tumultuous years following the Russian Revolution, the Soviet government embarked on a bold experiment to promote Ukrainian language and culture in education. This pivotal period, spanning from 1923 to 1934, saw the implementation of Ukrainization - a policy aimed at empowering Ukrainian as a language of authority in schools and children's organizations. The story of this complex and often fraught process is one of power dynamics, cultural identity, and the challenges of implementing a new pedagogy. Through a nuanced examination of the Narkomos's efforts, this book sheds light on the intricacies of language, education, and power in Soviet Ukraine during this transformative era. By exploring the successes and failures of this period, readers gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing struggles for cultural identity and linguistic autonomy.
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In the tumultuous years following the Russian Revolution, the Soviet government embarked on a bold experiment to promote Ukrainian language and culture in education. This pivotal period, spanning from 1923 to 1934, saw the implementation of Ukrainization - a policy aimed at empowering Ukrainian as a language of authority in schools and children's organizations. The story of this complex and often fraught process is one of power dynamics, cultural identity, and the challenges of implementing a new pedagogy. Through a nuanced examination of the Narkomos's efforts, this book sheds light on the intricacies of language, education, and power in Soviet Ukraine during this transformative era. By exploring the successes and failures of this period, readers gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing struggles for cultural identity and linguistic autonomy.
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