The Cahiers Du Monde Russe is an interdisciplinary academic journal focused on the history and culture of Russia and its former Soviet states. It covers the political, social, economic and cultural history of the Russian Empire since then, with a special focus on the development of literary history. The journal provides a platform for scholars to explore in depth the historical changes and cultural diversity of Russia and its surrounding regions.

The journal pays special attention to the study of the practices of power in the Soviet period, which includes in-depth analysis of political structures, social control, ideological propaganda, and the relationship between the individual and the state. By exploring these power practices, the journal aims to reveal the complexity and multi-dimensional nature of how society functioned during the Soviet era. Encourage research based on newly opened archival materials that provide new perspectives and evidence for understanding the history of Russia and its former Soviet states. Prioritizing this type of research not only helps fill gaps in academic research, but also promotes a fuller and deeper understanding of historical events.