Integration and Rivalries in Medieval Rus

This chapter explores the integration of Kyivan Rus with the wider Europe through trade, religious ties, and dynastic marriages, highlighting the influence of women and evidence of female literacy. It discusses the geopolitical issues and alliances formed through marital arrangements, as well as the decline and collapse of Kyivan Rus due to various factors. The chapter also touches on the relations of Rus with the Muslim world, specifically the role of the Mongols.