Putin And The Return Of History: How The Kremlin Rekindled The Cold War

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Discover the deep-rooted history behind Vladimir Putin's politics and how it has reignited Cold War tensions. This book explores Russia's complex past and the forces that have shaped its current path under Putin's leadership.

An insightful look at Russia’s thousand-year history and the myths fueling Putin’s aggressive politics.

Putin and the Return of History takes you on a journey through Russia’s extensive past, revealing the powerful influences and enduring myths that have shaped Vladimir Putin’s approach to governance and international relations.

After the fall of Soviet communism, the West believed liberal democracy would dominate globally, a belief that heavily influenced its dealings with Russia over the next twenty years. However, the events following Putin’s invasion of Ukraine have shown that history is far from settled.

Putin himself is a complex figure. Early in his presidency, he seemed open to closer ties with the West, even hinting at Russia joining the European Union or NATO. He voiced support for free-market democracy and civil rights. Yet, the Putin we see today is vastly different-an autocratic nationalist focused on domestic repression and a militaristic stance against the West.

This book delves into the key questions: Was Putin ever truly committed to democracy and cooperation with the West, or was it all a façade? If his views changed, what caused this shift?

By examining Russia’s history over a millennium, the book uncovers the deep-seated fears of foreign encirclement, the prioritization of the state over the individual, collectivist values demanding sacrifice, a tradition of deception, the intertwining of religion with politics, and the belief in Russia’s grand mission on the world stage-all of which help explain Putin’s aggressive policies today.

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