Tarle, E. V. Essays on the History of Colonial Policy of Western European States (Ocherki istorii kolonialnoy politiki zapadnoevropeyskikh gosudarstv), 1965. In Russian.

Тарле Е. В. Очерки истории колониальной политики западноевропейских государств. / Вступ. статья В. Рутенбурга; Акад. наук СССР.
Москва — Ленинград : Наука (Ленинградское отделение), 1965.
427 с., 4 л. ил. Твердый издательский переплет, формат 22 см.
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Tarle, Evgeny Viktorovich. Essays on the History of the Colonial Policy of Western European States. / Introductory article by V. Rutenburg; Academy of Sciences of the USSR.
Moscow — Leningrad : Nauka, 1965.
427 pp., 4 plates of illustrations. Hardcover, 22 cm. In Russian.

This 1965 volume is a fundamental work by the legendary Soviet historian Evgeny Tarle (1874–1955), published posthumously by the Academy of Sciences of the USSR. Tarle, known for his sweeping narratives and profound archival expertise, provides in these essays a rigorous examination of the expansionist trajectories of the major European powers from the late Middle Ages through the early 20th century. Released during the "Nauka" era of high academic standards, the book remains a cornerstone for the study of international relations and the economic foundations of imperialism.
The monograph covers the genesis and evolution of the colonial systems of Portugal, Spain, Holland, France, and Great Britain. Tarle moves beyond mere military history, focusing on the socio-economic drivers behind the "Age of Discovery" and the subsequent exploitation of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. In this study, the author provides a deep typological analysis that offers a deep dive into the internal logic of colonial administration, including the arrangement of trade monopolies and the systemic extraction of resources. To ensure scholarly reach, the volume includes an extensive introductory article by V. Rutenburg, which contextualizes Tarle’s research within the broader historiography of the mid-20th century.
The 1965 publication is characterized by its meticulous scholarly apparatus and the inclusion of four plates of historical illustrations that document the early stages of European contact with other continents. As a product of the Academy of Sciences, it represents the definitive version of these essays, incorporating the author's final revisions. The text bridges the gap between classic diplomatic history and the emerging Soviet school of global economic analysis, making it an essential bridge for understanding the roots of modern geopolitics.
For historians of international relations, scholars of imperialism, and collectors of academic primary sources, this Nauka edition is a vital acquisition. It stands as a testament to Tarle’s enduring legacy as an intellectual who could synthesize vast amounts of data into a compelling narrative of global power.