Rusist
Rusist is a term used to refer to individuals who study or have a deep interest in Russian language, literature, history, culture, or politics. The term derives from "Rus'," an ancient name for the East Slavic lands that eventually became the core of Russia. A Rusist, therefore, is someone who engages with the broad spectrum of Russian civilization.
The field of Rusistics is academic and encompasses various disciplines. Scholars in this area might specialize
Interest in Rusistics can stem from a variety of motivations, including academic pursuit, a passion for Russian