Authors
Olga Sobolev1; 1 LSE, UK Discussion
Landmarks (Vekh, 1909i), a collection of seven essays published by the leading thinkers of the age, stands as a seminal reflection on the Russian intelligentsia and its socio-philosophical, cultural, and political role. Emerging during a period of intense social upheaval and political reaction, the volume marked a turning point in Russian intellectual history. It sparked vigorous debate and left a lasting legacy, provoking responses from successive generations of thinkers grappling with moments of self-doubt and critical transition. This chapter re-examines Landmarks through a contemporary critical lens, addressing questions of self-definition, ideological critique, and social influence, while also considering the collection’s ongoing relevance to the complexities of Russian society today. 
