Stalin as Warlord

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By Alfred J. Rieber

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The book Stalin as Warlord by Alfred J. Rieber explores the complex role of Joseph Stalin as a military leader during World War II. It delves into his strategic decisions, leadership style, and the impact of his actions on the Soviet Union's war efforts. Rieber offers an analysis of Stalin's influence on military operations and his interactions with his generals, providing a nuanced portrait of his leadership in a pivotal historical period.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a detailed analysis of Stalin's strategic approaches during wartime. It delves into his leadership style and military tactics, offering insights into his decisions that shaped pivotal moments in history. This work may appeal to history enthusiasts eager to understand the complex dynamics of Soviet military strategy under Stalin.

Stalin as Warlord

An authoritative account of Stalin as a wartime leader—showing how his paradoxical policies of mass mobilization and repression affected all aspects of Soviet society

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The Second World War was the defining moment in the history of the Soviet Union. With Stalin at the helm, it emerged victorious at a huge economic and human cost. But even before the fighting had ended, Stalin began to turn against the architects of success.

In this original and comprehensive study, Alfred J. Rieber examines Stalin as a wartime leader, arguing that his policies were profoundly paradoxical. In preparation for the war, Stalin mobilised the whole of Soviet society in pursuit of his military goals and intensified the centralisation of his power. Yet at the same time, his use of terror weakened the forces vital to the defence of the country. In his efforts to rebuild the country after the devastating losses and destruction, he suppressed groups that had contributed immeasurably to victory. His steady, ruthless leadership cultivated a legacy that was to burden the Soviet Union and Russia to the present day.

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Stalin as Warlord by Alfred J. Rieber is praised for its meticulous research and clear writing, providing an incisive analysis of Stalin's wartime leadership. Reviewers commend the book for illuminating both the strategic misjudgements and the successful mobilisation efforts of Stalin, offering a nuanced exploration of his complex use of power. The book is regarded as an essential examination of the contradictions within Stalin's regime, particularly relevant for understanding broader historical and contemporary Russian dynamics.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300264616

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 15 b-w illus.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 376

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Alfred J. Rieber Biography & Memoir Education & Reference History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Political Biographies Politics & Current Affairs Russian & Soviet History

About the Author

Alfred J. Rieber is university professor emeritus at the Central European University and emeritus professor at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of numerous books including Stalin and the Struggle for Supremacy in Eurasia, which was shortlisted for the Pushkin Book Prize.