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A historical and architectural study of one of Russia's most notorious prisons, the Schluesselburg Fortress. From its construction in the 18th century to its role as a political prison in the Soviet era, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the fortress's dark and turbulent history. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of crime and punishment in Russia.

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