Shifting Jewish Identities in Late 19th Century Russia

This chapter explores the changing attitudes of Jewish communities in Russia following the 1880s pogroms, focusing on the rise of Zionism over assimilation. It critiques the ineffective Palinskaya Commission, which failed to address the Jewish question amidst a backdrop of restrictive legislation and societal alienation. Additionally, the chapter examines the interplay between governance under Alexander III and the complex realities faced by Jews in terms of legal reforms and land rental restrictions.