How Much Does Putin Matter?
Angela Stent’s book is a good and solid general review for those of us who have been monitoring Soviet and Russian affairs over the years, perhaps somewhat inconsistently and sporadically.
Mary Laurita holds a Ph.D. in Russian Literature from Columbia University. She spent several years studying and working in Russia and the Soviet Union and teaching Russian literature to undergraduates. She currently works at Stanford University in the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising as the Director of Academic and Educational Support Programs.
Angela Stent’s book is a good and solid general review for those of us who have been monitoring Soviet and Russian affairs over the years, perhaps somewhat inconsistently and sporadically.