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Putin's Russia Paperback – January 27, 2005

by Lilia Shevtsova (Author)
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This revised edition includes and examination of the recent presidential and parliamentary elections and their effects on Putin's leadership and Russia. Praise for the previous edition: "Out of her blunt, often acerbic, account come shrewd insights into Putin's 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. Shevtsova's 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

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  1. Print length
    457 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Carnegie Endowment for Int'l Peace
  4. Publication date
    January 27, 2005
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 1.5 x 8.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0870032135
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0870032134
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  • Alex Scriabin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent critique of Russia today
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2004
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    This wonderful and VERY readable work is surprisingly up to date (literally fresh of the press) and also extremely insightful. Shevtsova's basic premise, and one that is so true, is that Russians, when confronted with hard times, seem to rely on a "strong leader" to solve problems. She believes that Putin in many ways embodies this theme and that what Russia is truly lacking is not only a democratic culture but democratic institutions with real bite and stability. Respect for the rule of the law, as distinguished from Putin's "dictatorship of the law" is still lacking. Putin is a bit of an ambigious political personality, yet Shevtsova basically cracks the nut; this one is a real treat and sadly isn't available as widely as it should be. Indispensible to the modern Russophile or anyone interested in world events. Bravo.
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  • S. Morrell
    4.0 out of 5 stars revised version
    Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2007
    I have not yet read the book in its entirety, its for a class, but I expect the revised version of the book to include events that the last one missed out on.
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  • A_2007_reader
    1.0 out of 5 stars Bad Journalists book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2004
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    This book is horrible. Basically a vacuous stream of consciousness motif that raises more questions than answers, but not thought provoking questions, just: what if this / what if that / I think this / others think that / and the latest poll X says 17% of Russians believe Y.

    Reading the editorials at Moscow Times dot com would be better.

    Further, it does not cover events post January 2003.

    I believe this author is known within Russia as a sort of intellectual. If this is the quality of Russian scholarship, then indeed Russia has no future. Maybe something was lost in the translation?
    12 people found this helpful
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  • Rolf Dobelli
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2004
    Author Lilia Shevtsova gives an authoritative, if undramatic and less than perfectly organized, account of the rise of Vladimir Putin. Boris Yeltsin chose the anonymous, quiet former KGB colonel for one of the world's most powerful jobs, in part because of his loyalty. Putin's clear-eyed pragmatism and his visceral support of George W. Bush's war on terrorism have given Russia otherwise unattainable international significance. Now, will Putin use his power to reform Russia's political institutions and strengthen its framework of democratic governance? This quite readable book goes beyond the headlines and indicates that Russia is still a land of intrigue and mystery, where the only certainty is that there is none. Under that circumstance, Shevtsova has done an admirable job of framing how Russia reached its current state and what historical choices now confront it. The future of Russia is far from set. We very highly recommend this book to those who seek a deeper understanding of one of America's staunchest allies in the war on terror.
    18 people found this helpful
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  • Mr. Richard Haller
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for everyone who cares about Russia
    Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2006
    I read the first edition of this book and am reading the new revised edition. If you want to know what Putin is really like and where he may be leading Russia, read this book. I gave a copy to a Russian friend who is fluent in English so that I could get a Russian's opinion. She is in India now but I will post her reaction when I get it.
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  • Jay C. Willner
    5.0 out of 5 stars A realistic look
    Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2005
    The reviewers who give this book a bad rating must have picked up the book expecting a pageturner. This book is not one, in the least. That being said; this book is an excellent academic resource and fairly interesting. But I say 'interesting' from the point of view of a political fanatic. If you are joe shmo you will probably abondon this book after the first chapter.

    Excellently written, impressivly informative, and an all around good book.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • Ryan Fidler
    1.0 out of 5 stars If you want history dont read this...
    Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2004
    What this book does not cover. How did Putin get in office? The country was getting ready to elect a communist government. How did he gain an advantage? Corruption. How is he corrupt, GO into that please. The only way you can be in charge of Russia is with the US help. Please tell the real story please.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars happy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 15, 2014
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    Good quality 2nd hand book for the cheap price, didn't know what to expect but i'm very happy with it
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