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Russian and Soviet Political Studies
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A symphonic oral history of Soviet disintegration.
Winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Features voices of ordinary Russians and their experiences.
Explores life during and after the Soviet Union.
Documents a powerful historical moment in Russia.
A top book recommended by major publications.
Captivating narratives of hope and resilience.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Collection of ten impactful speeches by Solzhenitsyn.
Explores themes of materialism and freedom.
Includes famous "Nobel Lecture" and "Harvard Address."
Annotated speeches with background information provided.
Timelines highlight key events in Solzhenitsyn's life.
Translated by skilled professionals, including his sons.
Reflects on art's power to elevate humanity.
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Inside story of the Wagner Group's rise.
Explores private military companies and global influence.
Exclusive interviews with over thirty Wagner members.
Details on operations in Ukraine, Middle East, Africa.
Examines Russia's anti-Western foreign strategy.
Unveils Yevgeny Prigozhin's dramatic transformation and impact.
Highlights the dangers of global instability as opportunity.
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Price Range: $26.99
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Nobel Prize-winning author's latest masterpiece.
Oral history of the Soviet Union's disintegration.
Unique documentary style capturing individual stories.
Insights into everyday lives during turbulent times.
Explores emotions, pride, and hope in Russia.
Interviews from 1991 to 2012 reveal hidden truths.
Masterful tapestry of human spirit and resilience.
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Insightful exploration of Russian mercenaries' operations.
In-depth interviews with Wagner Group members.
Examines geopolitical implications of private warfare.
Chronicles Wagner's involvement in global conflicts.
Highlights the rise of Yevgeny Prigozhin.
Essential reading for understanding modern warfare dynamics.
Reveals the dark side of military privatization.
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Investigates Trump’s ties to Russian intelligence.
Reveals KGB cultivation of Donald Trump as an asset.
Explores kompromat's role in global power dynamics.
Details Jeffrey Epstein's connection to Russian interests.
Highlights sexual kompromat as a potent weapon.
Features exclusive interviews with intelligence officials.
Discusses implications for U.S. national security.
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Price Range: $17.72
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Intimate account of Zelensky's transformation during war.
Unprecedented access to Zelensky and Ukrainian high command.
Chronicles war from comedic actor to resilient leader.
Revealing insights from his inner circle and family.
Explains failures to prepare for the invasion.
Essential perspective on the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
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Explores Trump's ties to Russian intelligence and KGB.
Reveals history of kompromat and its global implications.
Documents Trump's early interactions with KGB operatives.
Sheds light on Epstein's connections to Russian interests.
Examines secretive operations impacting powerful figures.
Details Epstein-Maxwell sex trafficking and compromising secrets.
Uncovers national security concerns surrounding Trump’s assets.
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Price Range: $18.00
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GRAMMY Award-winning audiobook by Rachel Maddow.
Explores corruption in oil and gas industries.
Insightful storytelling with black humor.
Examines impact on global democracy and politics.
Reveals connections between Russia and U.S. elections.
Calls for transparency and accountability in industry.
Essential listening for understanding modern geopolitics.
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Chilling analysis of Western indecision and apathy.
Examines Russia's brutal expansionism and consequences.
Insights from leading national security expert Alexander Vindman.
Explores six US administrations' policies towards Russia and Ukraine.
Proposes a values-based approach for Eastern Europe.
Highlights the return of Russian imperialism and aggression.
Includes firsthand accounts and behind-the-scenes interviews.
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The instant New York Times bestseller.
Explores compromising information on powerful figures.
Based on exclusive high-level source interviews.
Details Trump's connection to Russian intelligence.
Reveals KGB's cultivation of Donald Trump.
Documents a decades-long relationship with Russia.
Uncovers hidden stories of sex, greed, and power.
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Firsthand account of U.S.-Russia relations' decline.
Details ambassador's experiences during Ukraine invasion.
Insights into Kremlin's strategic deceptions and tactics.
Highlights diplomatic challenges faced by the U.S.
Explores implications for future U.S.-Russia confrontations.
Award-winning memoir recognized for national security insights.
Essential reading for understanding geopolitical tensions today.
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Inspiring true story of faith and sacrifice.
Father-son duo aids Ukraine amidst war chaos.
Insight into everyday struggles of Ukrainian citizens.
Lessons on trust and relinquishing control.
Overcoming adversity strengthens family bonds.
Highlights the role of the Ukrainian church.
Chad’s journey inspires hope and courage.
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Chilling analysis of Western foreign policy failures.
Examines Russia's brutal military expansionism since 2014.
Highlights six US administrations' misguided strategies.
Proposes a values-based approach to foreign policy.
Features firsthand accounts from policymakers and experts.
Essential reading for understanding current geopolitical issues.
Offers solutions to contain Russian imperialism effectively.
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Price Range: $30.00
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New York Times bestseller by Svetlana Alexievich.
Explores the disintegration of the Soviet Union.
Oral history revealing personal stories of Russians.
Documentary style blends individual monologues and voices.
Chronicling life from 1991 to 2012.
Highlights hope and struggles of ordinary citizens.
A profound reflection on human nature and resilience.
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Price Range: $14.25
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Explores Kremlin's ambitions during the Cold War.
Analyzes decision-making psychology of Soviet leaders.
Covers Stalin to Gorbachev's foreign policies.
Highlights the global power struggle with the US.
Discusses influence in the Third World dynamics.
Examines legacies affecting today's geopolitical landscape.
Provides a panoramic history of postwar conflicts.
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Price Range: $33.20
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Award-winning journalist Masha Gessen's insightful narrative.
Explores Russia's shift to autocracy and totalitarianism.
Follows four individuals' lives and struggles.
Chronicles the decline of democracy in Russia.
A cautionary tale relevant for today's political climate.
Winner of multiple prestigious literary awards.
Named a Best Book of 2017 by major publications.
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Comprehensive biography of Vladimir Putin.
Narrated by award-winning actor Jonathan Keeble.
Insight into Putin's personal life and background.
Explores Russia's tumultuous history over sixty years.
Unflinching and objective portrayal of his regime.
Essential listening for understanding global politics.
Produced by Macmillan Audio and Henry Holt.
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Price Range: $29.52
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History of Russia’s secret spy program.
Infiltration efforts from Soviet Union to present.
Deep-cover spies trained for decades.
Illegals dispatched during World War II.
Insights from hundreds of interviews and research.
Explores KGB's most secretive operations.
Reveals the impact on Russia and the West.
Price Range: $29.76
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Inside account of Zelensky's leadership during invasion.
Unprecedented access to Zelensky and his inner circle.
Chronicles his evolution from actor to wartime leader.
Details life in a nuclear bunker during invasion.
Explores key victories against Russian forces in Kyiv.
Offers a complex view of leadership and resilience.
Essential perspective on a defining modern conflict.
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Price Range: $17.32
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Explores the devastating impact of cyberwarfare.
Chronicles the notorious Sandworm hacker group.
Details the NotPetya attack’s global consequences.
Examines Russia's role in modern cyber conflicts.
Highlights the blurring lines between war and peace.
Offers a gripping detective story of cybersecurity.
Provides insights into future cyberwarfare threats.
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Price Range: $16.76
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Inside account of Zelensky's wartime leadership.
Chronicles transformation from comedian to war hero.
Based on four years of extensive reporting.
Revealing insights from Zelensky's inner circle.
Explores the causes and consequences of invasion.
Offers a vivid portrait of Ukraine's resilience.
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Price Range: $18.28
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Comprehensive investigation of Trump and Putin's ties.
Explores Trump's real estate connections to Russian Mafia.
Reveals historical context from the 1970s onward.
Details Putin's mission to undermine Western democracy.
Highlights key figures like Manafort and Cohen.
Examines Trump's rise to power and its implications.
Essential audiobook for understanding modern geopolitical dynamics.
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Price Range: $19.69
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A surreal exploration of modern Russia's complexities.
Insightful journey into the Russian media landscape.
Encounters with powerful figures and corrupt systems.
Reveals the intersection of art and dictatorship.
Provokes thought on reality in contemporary politics.
Captivating narrative of decadence and madness.
Author's firsthand experiences with vibrant, chaotic culture.
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Price Range: $10.97
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Explores Trump's ties to Russian Mafia.
Investigates decades-long Putin-Trump relationship.
Reveals alarming intelligence beyond Steele dossier.
Details Trump's rise in global politics.
Highlights Russian influence on Western democracy.
Features key figures like Paul Manafort.
Essential reading for understanding geopolitical shadows.
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Price Range: $18.00
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Explores US-Russian relations and their historical context.
Analyzes the 2022 invasion of Ukraine's origins.
Critiques American foreign policy since the Soviet Union.
Highlights missteps by the US and European allies.
Discusses the impact of Crimea's annexation in 2014.
Details the assumptions shaping West-Russia relations.
Offers a timely perspective on geopolitical tensions.
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Price Range: $15.30
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Comprehensive history of the Russian Revolution.
Vivid and moving narrative style.
Explores social forces behind the revolution.
Humanizes individual stories within the turmoil.
Analyzes cultural roots of political failure.
Masterful synthesis by scholar Orlando Figes.
Ideal for a new generation of readers.
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Price Range: $20.99
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Comprehensive overview of Russia's historical timeline.
Revised ninth edition with updated research insights.
Focus on political, military, and cultural aspects.
In-depth examination of ordinary people's experiences.
Includes significant events from the Putin era.
Streamlined organization for easier understanding.
Balanced perspective reflecting diverse scholarly interpretations.
Price Range: $27.55
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Investigative account of Putin's rise to power.
Reveals KGB connections and influence operations.
Explores looting of Russia's economy and resources.
Details suppression of independent voices and dissent.
Examines impact on Western institutions and politics.
Highlights key players in Putin's inner circle.
Offers insights into contemporary Russia's challenges.
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Price Range: $12.79
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High-quality edition from the Affordable Classics series.
Explores Marxist views on state and revolution.
Detailed quotes from Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.
Analyzes working-class revolution and state overthrow.
Challenges social democracy in modern societies.
Argues Communist revolution as class struggle remedy.
Essential reading for understanding Lenin's political theories.
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Price Range: $4.69
