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Product Identifiers

PublisherElgar Publishing, Incorporated, Edward

ISBN-10180220217X

ISBN-139781802202175

eBay Product ID (ePID)3062159298

Product Key Features

Number of Pages180 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameAdvanced Introduction to Russian Politics

SubjectWorld / Russian & Former Soviet Union, Geopolitics, World / European, International Relations / General

Publication Year2023

TypeTextbook

AuthorRichard Sakwa

Subject AreaPolitical Science

SeriesElgar Advanced Introductions Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight8 Oz

Item Length8.4 in

Item Width5.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2023-947009

Dewey Edition23

Reviews'Richard Sakwa is possibly the foremost scholar of Russian affairs writing in the English language. His latest book lives up to its billing as an Advanced Introduction, providing a sophisticated analysis of the complexities of Russia's political and economic system. Its insightful analysis will enhance the understanding of all who read it.'

Dewey Decimal320.947

SynopsisElgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world's leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive policy issues associated with discrete subject areas. This perceptive Advanced Introduction provides a contemporary analysis of Russia's political system, political institutions and its place on the global stage. Richard Sakwa deftly explores Russia's emergence as an independent state, examining the structure of its existing political and economic system, its transformation following the constitutional reform of 2020, and the immediate and long-term consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war. The book offers a concise overview of Putin's leadership, assessing the domestic and international impact across his presidential terms. This informative and prescient Advanced Introduction ultimately goes on to question whether Russia can survive in its present state and considers a series of potential future outcomes. Key Features: Assesses Putin's leadership and political repercussions Delivers comparative analysis of Russia's political institutions Analyses key facets of Russia's domestic and international politics Evaluates the short and long-term effects of the Russia-Ukraine war This book will be a highly important read for scholars and academics specialising in international politics, international relations, comparative politics and geopolitics. Offering an incisive summary of Russia's national and international political position, this Advanced Introduction will also be of interest to career professionals working in international development and diplomacy.

LC Classification NumberJN6695.S2 2023