The book "Русь во внешней политике Византии в последней четверти Х в" (Russia in Byzantine Foreign Policy in the Last Quarter of the 10th Century) by [author's name] is a comprehensive study that delves into the intricate relationship between Russia and Byzantium during the last quarter of the 10th century. The author meticulously examines the political, diplomatic, military, and religious contacts between the two powers and their impact on the fate of Europe. The book provides a detailed analysis of the role and place of Russia in Byzantine foreign policy during this period, highlighting the complex dynamics at play and the far-reaching consequences of these interactions. The author begins by exploring the historical context of the time, setting the stage for the events that unfolded. They describe how the Kievan Rus' state was formed in the 9th century and its gradual evolution into the Russian state, while also discussing the rise of Byzantium as a major power in the Eastern Roman Empire.

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