| Putin's Russia Contributor(s): Shevtsova, Lilia (Author) |
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ISBN: 0870032135 ISBN-13: 9780870032134 Publisher: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2005 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: This revised edition includes and examination of the recent presidential and parliamentary elections and their effects on Putins leadership and Russia. Praise for the previous edition: Out of her blunt, often acerbic, account come shrewd insights into Putins transformation from an implausible, contrived successor into a dominator unchallenged by oligarchs, legislators, or regional bosses, let alone a democratic opposition. Foreign Affairs Shevtsova is one of the most astute and independent-minded observers of the Russian political scene. Times Literary Supplement Offers many insights into Kremlin court politics, as well as Mr. Putin and his foes. The Economist This well-informed Russian observer offers a straightforward situation report. Shevtsovas scorecard will interest serious Russia watchers. Booklist An insightful account of how the Russian president is swaying on a pendulum between reform and stability. Survival A timely, expert book. Washington Post |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Communism, Post-communism & Socialism - History | Russia & The Former Soviet Union - Political Science | Comparative Politics |
| Dewey: 947.086 |
| LCCN: 2004029072 |
| Physical Information: 1.42" H x 6.08" W x 8.94" (1.60 lbs) 457 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Russia |