Belarus Under Lukashenka: Adaptive Authoritarianism Contributor(s): Frear, Matthew (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415855276 ISBN-13: 9780415855273 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General - History | Russia & The Former Soviet Union - Social Science | Regional Studies |
Dewey: 947.808 |
LCCN: 2018019875 |
Series: Basees/Routledge Russian and East European Studies |
Physical Information: 202 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book explores the nature of the regime of Aliaksandr Lukashenka, who has ruled Belarus since 1994, and who is often characterized as the last dictator in Europe. It discusses how Lukashenka came to power, providing a survey of politics in Belarus in early post-Soviet times, examines how power became personalized under his regime, and considers how he coerced opponents, whilst maintaining good popular support. The book discusses all aspects of politics, including presidential power, the ruling elites, elections, the opposition, and civil society. The author characterizes Lukashenka's rule as adaptive authoritarianism, and demonstrates how the regime's avoidance of any ideology, even nationalism, permits great freedom of manoeuvre, enabling pragmatic adaptation to changing circumstances. |