The SCRSS Library, established in 1924, is a collection of over 35,000 books, journals and pamphlets covering Russia and the former Soviet Union. It comprises material in both English and Russian language, primarily from Soviet publishers.

Key subject areas within the collection are art and architecture, music, theatre and cinema, literature, history and politics, education, science, and Russian language learning.

The collection is significant for its uninterrupted coverage of the Soviet period (1917-91) and includes some rare materials from the 1920s-40s, as well as a number of personal collections. It is an important resource for academic researchers (undergraduates and postgraduates), but also caters for those with a general interest in Russia.

Key Collections

Art and Architecture
Education
History and Politics
Literature
Music
Russian Language Reference
Science
Theatre and Cinema
Travel

Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday
10 - 1pm, 2 - 6pm

Appointments must be made by first-time visitors. Please contact the SCRSS.

The Library is open to members of the Society, who may consult reference material and borrow books in person or by post. Non-members may use the reference library on payment of an hourly fee. Contact the SCRSS for further information.