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Having been fully revised and updated to reflect the considerable changes in Russia over the last decade, the fourth edition of this classic text builds on the strengths of the previous editions to provide a comprehensive and sophisticated analysis on Russian politics and society. New to this edition: extended coverage of electoral laws, party development and regional politics new chapter on the 'phoney democracy' period, 1991-93 historical evaluation of Yeltsin's leadership full coverage of Putin's presidency discussion of the development of civil society and the problems of democratic consolidation latest developments in the Chechnya conflict more on foreign policy issues the re-introduction of the Russian Constitution as an appendix an updated Select Bibliography more focus on the challenges facing Russia in the twenty-first century. Written in an accessible and lively style, this book is packed with detailed information on the central debates and issues in Russia's difficult transformation. This makes it the best available textbook on the subject and is essential reading for all those concerned with the fate of Russia, and with the future of international society.Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor & Francis LTD
ISBN-139780415415279
eBay Product ID (ePID)87094942
Product Key Features
Number of Pages606 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameRussian Politics and Society
Publication Year2008
SubjectGovernment
TypeTextbook
AuthorRichard Sakwa
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height246 mm
Item Weight1225 g
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Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorRichard Sakwa