Excerpt from The End of the Russian Empire
Of them have been published since and the completion Of our task is now in sight.
It is impossible for me to close these introductory remarks without acknowledging the immense debt Of gratitude I owe to Professor Shotwell. TO say that this volume would never have been written if it were not for his encouragement and interest in my work is no mere figure Of speech. Professor Shotwell's broad vision and enthusiasm for historical research and his invaluable counsel at every stage have guided me through the long and thorny journey, and his patience, kindness, and generosity made possible the completion Of my task. NO words could adequately express how much I owe to him.
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