Overview
The short period of time stretching from the dramatic Constitutional amendments of January 2020 to the war launched by Vladimir Putin against Ukraine in February, 2022, marked a sharp turning point in Russian history. The author explains how Russia got to that point of war. Although Putin, termed ‘eternal’ because of amendments that allow him to run for two more terms as president, is everywhere in it, the book is a study of Russia writ large. It features the political uproar over the Navalny opposition, the ravages of the pandemic, manifestations of climate change, and intensifying confrontations between Russia on one side, Ukraine, NATO and the US on the other. The book provides a who, what, where and when of the short but volatile period prior to the outbreak of war and offers a tentative why it happened. Discussed, too, are the highs and lows of Putin’s popularity; the effectiveness, or not, of economic sanctions, and Moscow’s ‘pivot to the east’.
Full Product Details
Author: J. L. Black
Publisher: Lexington Books
Imprint: Lexington Books/Fortress Academic
Dimensions:
Width: 16.00cm
, Height: 2.70cm
, Length: 23.10cm
Weight: 0.699kg
ISBN: 9781666919035
ISBN 10: 1666919039
Pages: 382
Publication Date: 15 February 2023
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Manufactured on demand
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Reviews
An exceptionally well-informed, balanced and detailed analysis of a critical turning point in Russian politics and international relations between 2020 and 2022. This perceptive and convincing study challenges stereotypes and misconceptions, and helps explain the origins and dynamics of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. It is an essential read that provides an understanding how the Global North once again stumbled into war. -- Richard Sakwa, University of Kent At a time when the Russia-Ukraine war dominates news headlines, understanding Russia has never been more important. In this thorough and comprehensive read, Black enables readers to do so through an outline of political and economic developments in Russia in the two years prior to the invasion of Ukraine, and in the immediate aftermath. Black casts an expert gaze on some of the most important events of our era. -- Paul Robinson, University of Ottawa A fascinating analysis of how Russian leaders and citizens understand their place in the world. It is critical reading for those who wish to understand the motivations that propelled Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. -- Jeff Sahadeo, Carleton University
An exceptionally well-informed, balanced and detailed analysis of a critical turning point in Russian politics and international relations between 2020 and 2022. This perceptive and convincing study challenges stereotypes and misconceptions, and helps explain the origins and dynamics of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. It is an essential read that provides an understanding how the Global North once again stumbled into war. -- Richard Sakwa, University of Kent At a time when the Russia-Ukraine war dominates news headlines, understanding Russia has never been more important. In this thorough and comprehensive read, Black enables readers to do so through an outline of political and economic developments in Russia in the two years prior to the invasion of Ukraine, and in the immediate aftermath. Black casts an expert gaze on some of the most important events of our era. -- Paul Robinson, University of Ottawa A fascinating analysis of how Russian leaders and citizens understand their place in the world. It is critical reading for those who wish to understand the motivations that propelled Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. -- Jeff Sahadeo, Carleton University
Author Information
Joseph Laurence (Larry) Black is Professor Emeritus, and was re-designated Distinguished Research Professor by Carleton in 2017.
