Social and cultural space of Kazan Medical University

The article analyses the monograph “Kazan University as Reflected in Social and Cultural History” (Kazan, 2014) by A.Y. Ivanova viewed from the current socio-cultural and historiographical situation. It is mentioned that the author successfully combines historical and cultural aspects in her study. The history of Kazan University is shown in its variety ranging from material foundations of university life developing throughout two centuries to the material and spiritual culture of the faculty and students undergoing changes from decade to decade. The book well-written and richly supported with plentiful illustrations creates a vivid picture of university life in provincial Kazan.