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Explore the fascinating narrative of modern Russian politics with 'Ruling Russia', a comprehensive exploration of the country’s tumultuous political landscape. This trade paperback, published by Princeton University Press in 2016, examines the evolution of Russian leadership from the Bolshevik Revolution to the presidency of Vladimir Putin. With an insightful analysis of the intricate relationship between autocratic rule and the struggles for democracy, William Zimmerman sheds light on why the democratization of Russia remains a significant yet unattainable goal.
As the only book to provide a detailed account of Russia's political history, Ruling Russia dives deep into the transitions from totalitarianism under Stalin to the current authoritarian regime. Zimmerman discusses the dynamics of the selectorate, the group responsible for selecting leadership, and how it shifted throughout different political eras. The book not only offers a rich historical context but also predicts the future of Russian politics in upcoming elections, suggesting that a return to totalitarianism is unlikely, but democracy is also far from being realized.
This BRAND NEW paperback is an essential read for political science enthusiasts and anyone seeking to grasp the complexities of Russian governance. Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for delivery. Please note, once you place the order we are not able to cancel it. ISBN 9780691169323 is your gateway to understanding the ongoing political narrative that defines not just Russia, but the global landscape as well.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691169323
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
When the Soviet Union collapsed, many hoped that Russia's centuries-long history of autocratic rule might finally end. Yet today's Russia appears to be retreating from democracy, not progressing toward it. Ruling Russia is the only book of its kind to trace the history of modern Russian politics from the Bolshevik Revolution to the presidency of Vladimir Putin. It examines the complex evolution of communist and post-Soviet leadership in light of the latest research in political science, explaining why the democratization of Russia has all but failed. William Zimmerman argues that in the 1930s the USSR was totalitarian but gradually evolved into a normal authoritarian system, while the post-Soviet Russian Federation evolved from a competitive authoritarian to a normal authoritarian system in the first decade of the twenty-first century. He traces how the selectorate--those empowered to choose the decision makers--has changed across different regimes since the end of tsarist rule. The selectorate was limited in the period after the revolution, and contracted still further during Joseph Stalin's dictatorship, only to expand somewhat after his death.
Zimmerman also assesses Russia's political prospects in future elections. He predicts that while a return to totalitarianism in the coming decade is unlikely, so too is democracy. Rich in historical detail, Ruling Russia is the first book to cover the entire period of the regime changes from the Bolsheviks to Putin, and is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand why Russia still struggles to implement lasting democratic reforms.
As the only book to provide a detailed account of Russia's political history, Ruling Russia dives deep into the transitions from totalitarianism under Stalin to the current authoritarian regime. Zimmerman discusses the dynamics of the selectorate, the group responsible for selecting leadership, and how it shifted throughout different political eras. The book not only offers a rich historical context but also predicts the future of Russian politics in upcoming elections, suggesting that a return to totalitarianism is unlikely, but democracy is also far from being realized.
This BRAND NEW paperback is an essential read for political science enthusiasts and anyone seeking to grasp the complexities of Russian governance. Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for delivery. Please note, once you place the order we are not able to cancel it. ISBN 9780691169323 is your gateway to understanding the ongoing political narrative that defines not just Russia, but the global landscape as well.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691169323
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
When the Soviet Union collapsed, many hoped that Russia's centuries-long history of autocratic rule might finally end. Yet today's Russia appears to be retreating from democracy, not progressing toward it. Ruling Russia is the only book of its kind to trace the history of modern Russian politics from the Bolshevik Revolution to the presidency of Vladimir Putin. It examines the complex evolution of communist and post-Soviet leadership in light of the latest research in political science, explaining why the democratization of Russia has all but failed. William Zimmerman argues that in the 1930s the USSR was totalitarian but gradually evolved into a normal authoritarian system, while the post-Soviet Russian Federation evolved from a competitive authoritarian to a normal authoritarian system in the first decade of the twenty-first century. He traces how the selectorate--those empowered to choose the decision makers--has changed across different regimes since the end of tsarist rule. The selectorate was limited in the period after the revolution, and contracted still further during Joseph Stalin's dictatorship, only to expand somewhat after his death.
Zimmerman also assesses Russia's political prospects in future elections. He predicts that while a return to totalitarianism in the coming decade is unlikely, so too is democracy. Rich in historical detail, Ruling Russia is the first book to cover the entire period of the regime changes from the Bolsheviks to Putin, and is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand why Russia still struggles to implement lasting democratic reforms.