Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West
Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020640
Book • Nonfiction
Russia • 1990s-2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West by Catherine Belton explores the rise of Vladimir Putin from his KGB roots to Russian presidency. The book examines how Putin and his associates, leveraging intelligence and control mechanisms, influenced Russia's economic and political landscape and increased tensions with Western countries.
Informative
Mysterious
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Unnerving
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Putin's People by Catherine Belton is lauded for its in-depth analysis and investigative rigor, unveiling the intricacies of Russian politics under Putin. While praised for meticulous research and storytelling, some critics find it dense and complex. The narrative can be challenging but offers essential insights into geopolitical power dynamics.
Who Should Read Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West?
A reader who enjoyed Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West by Catherine Belton likely appreciates political non-fiction, investigative journalism, and Russian history. Fans of The Man Without a Face by Masha Gessen or Red Notice by Bill Browder would find it similarly compelling.
13,228 ratings
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Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West by Catherine Belton was shortlisted for several prestigious awards, including the 2020 Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award.
Former KGB officers and insiders, as interviewed by Belton, provide a unique glimpse into the mechanisms behind Vladimir Putin's consolidation of power.
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The book delves deeply into the relationships between Russian oligarchs and Western entities, detailing how these connections have influenced global politics.
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640
Book • Nonfiction
Russia • 1990s-2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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