Into The Unknown A Journey Through Post Soviet Russia
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Into the Unknown: A Journey Through Post-Soviet Russia
In the vast expanse of post-Soviet Russia, a land of contrasts and contradictions, a journey of transformation unfolds. This book takes readers on an immersive exploration of Russia's political, economic, social, and cultural landscapes, revealing the challenges and opportunities it faces in the 21st century. Through the eyes of ordinary citizens, oligarchs, and political leaders, we witness the country's struggle to find its identity amidst the ruins of the Soviet Union. We delve into the complexities of Russia's transition from communism to capitalism, examining the economic turmoil, social upheaval, and political instability that have marked this period. Yet, amidst the chaos, we also discover resilience, hope, and a determination to build a better future. We explore Russia's complex relationship with the West, from the Cold War era to the present day. We examine the country's role in global affairs, from its involvement in conflicts in Ukraine and Syria to its growing assertiveness on the international stage. We also investigate Russia's domestic challenges, including the rise of nationalism, the struggle for human rights, and the ongoing fight against corruption. This book is a journey through a land of both great promise and great peril. It is a story of a nation grappling with its past, confronting its present, and shaping its future. Through vivid storytelling and in-depth analysis, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of post-Soviet Russia, a country that continues to fascinate and intrigue the world. In these pages, readers will find a deeper appreciation for the complexities of Russia, its people, and its culture. They will gain a new perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the country as it navigates the 21st century. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand one of the most important countries in the world today. If you like this book, write a review!
Post-Soviet Russia
Author: Roy A. Medvedev
language: en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date: 2000-11-07
Roy Medvedev, one of the world's best-known Russian scholars and a former consultant to both Gorbachev and Yeltsin analyzes the main events that have transpired in the Russian federation since late August 1991. He looks at the plans that were meant to restructure a society in crisis but—for reasons both complex and obvious—were destined to fail. From the drastic liberalization of prices and "shock therapy" to the privatization of state owned property and Yeltsin's resignation and replacement by Vladimir Putin, this is an intricately fascinating saga of good intentions, philosophical warfare, and catastrophic miscalculations. Among the many compelling facts detailed here are Yeltsin's utter surprise—and lack of preparation—at the failed coup against Gorbachev in 1991, when power fell virtually into his lap; his failure to heed the warnings of learned advisers like Yuri Yaremenko, who knew that Western economics could not be applied to Russia; and Yeltsin's dramatic (and unprecedented) decree in 1992 allowing anyone to sell or buy anything they wished. In a sweeping conclusion covering the critical events of 1998 and 1999 as well as a detailed analysis of the 1995 and 1996 elections, Medvedev lays forth an exhaustive survey of recent political shifts, attitudes, statistics, and trends. From birth and death rates on the farm and in the city through a number of highly charged campaigns and elections to the new goal of the Communist Youth League (to become millionaires), this is a breathtakingly detailed survey of an unforgettable chapter in Russia's history.
The End of the Refugee Cycle?
At the start of the 1990s, there was great optimism that the end of the Cold War might also mean the end of the "refugee cycle" - both a breaking of the cycle of violence, persecution and flight, and the completion of the cycle for those able to return to their homes. The 1990s, it was hoped, would become the "decade of repatriation." However, although over nine million refugees were repatriated worldwide between 1991 and 1995, there are reasons to believe that it will not necessarily be a durable solution for refugees. It certainly has become clear that "the end of the refugee cycle" has been much more complex, and ultimately more elusive, than expected. The changing constructions and realities of refugee repatriation provide the backdrop for this book which presents new empirical research on examples of refugee repatriation and reconstruction. Apart from providing up-to-date material, it also fills a more fundamental gap in the literature which has tended to be based on pedagogical reasoning rather than actual field research. Adopting a global perspective, this volume draws together conclusions from highly varied experiences of refugee repatriation and defines repatriation and reconstruction as part of a wider and interrelated refugee cycle of displacement, exile and return. The contributions come from authors with a wealth of relevant practical and academic experience, spanning the continents of Africa, Asia, Central America, and Europe.