1970s «Российская Федерация: Европейский Юго-Восток» (СССР) | Vintage USSR Geography - Volga, Caucasus, Astrakhan

A volume from the comprehensive Soviet Union series, dedicated to the European South-East of the Russian Federation, covering the vast area encompassing the Volga region and the North Caucasus.

• Title: Российская Федерация: Европейский Юго-Восток (Russian Federation: European South-East)

• Series: Советский Союз (The Soviet Union)

• Publisher: Издательство «Мысль» (Mysl Publishing House)

• Year: Likely 1970s (Based on series style).

• Language: Russian

• Content Focus: Geography, economic development, industry, and mass tourism in the regions of the Volga and North Caucasus.

Ключевая Информация / Key Context

The European South-East covers two major economic regions of the Russian Federation: the Volga region (Поволжье) and the North Caucasus (Северный Кавказ).

• Geography & Tourism: The territory stretches from the Trans-Urals to the subtropics of the Black Sea coast. The North Caucasus is highlighted as a region of mass tourism due to its Mineral Waters and Black Sea resorts.

• Industry & Economy: The Volga and North Caucasus are described as heavily populated and economically developed regions. The Volga is the main water transport route, and the area is rich in oil and gas, supporting heavy industries in cities like Kuibyshev, Volgograd, Kazan, and Rostov.

• Imagery: The book features a color photo of the sculptural ensemble on Mamaev Kurgan in Volgograd, dedicated to the Battle of Stalingrad, and images of the beautiful natural landscapes.

This volume is a unique collectible for those interested in Soviet geography, the economic planning of the Russian Federation, and the history and development of the Volga and Caucasus regions during the USSR era.