A Short History of Russia

Name: A Short History of Russia
Brand: Ebury Publishing
SKU: 9781529199284
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By Mark Galeotti

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In A Short History of Russia by Mark Galeotti, the author offers a concise overview of Russian history, exploring its key events, cultural evolution, and influential figures. The book provides insights into how Russia's past shapes its present and future, making complex history accessible and engaging.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the rich and tumultuous history of Russia, presented in an engaging and accessible way. It offers insightful context into the events and figures that have shaped the nation's past and present.

A Short History of Russia

Description

An essential short history of Russia by acclaimed writer and expert Mark Galeotti, taking us from Ivan the Terrible and Catherine the Great, to the Russian Revolution, the fall of the USSR, and the rise of Vladimir Putin - and updated to include the road to the Ukrainian war.

Fascinating... One of the most astute political commentators on Putin and modern Russia - Financial Times

An amazing achievement - Peter Frankopan

Can anyone truly understand Russia?

Russia is a country with no natural borders, no single ethos, no true central identity. At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, it is everyone's 'other'. And yet it is one of the most powerful nations on earth, a master game-player on the global stage with a rich history of war and peace, poets and revolutionaries.

In this essential whistle-stop tour of the world's most complex nation, Mark Galeotti takes us behind the myths to the heart of the Russian story - from the formation of a nation to its early legends - including Ivan the Terrible and Catherine the Great - to the rise and fall of the Romanovs, the Russian Revolution, the Cold War, Chernobyl and the end of the Soviet Union - plus the rise of a politician named Vladimir Putin, and the events leading to the Ukrainian war.

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A Short History of Russia by Mark Galeotti is praised for its ability to cover extensive historical ground in an engaging and succinct manner, receiving accolades for being both informative and exhilarating. Critics highlight it as a fascinating read, particularly noting Galeotti's sharp insights on Putin and contemporary Russia.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529199284

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ebury Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Professor Mark Galeotti is one of the foremost Russia-watchers today, who travels there regularly to teach, lecture, talk to his contacts, and generally watch the unfolding story of the Putin era. Based in London, he is Senior Non-Resident Fellow at the Institute of International Relations Prague, having previously headed its Centre for European Security, and was before then Professor of Global Affairs at NYU. A prolific author on Russia and security affairs, he frequently acts as consultant to various government, commercial and law-enforcement agencies.