Putin

The explosive and extraordinary new biography of Russia’s leader

Philip Short author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Vintage Publishing

Published:30th Jun '22

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This biography offers a deep dive into Vladimir Putin's psyche and leadership style, revealing the complexities of his rule and its global implications.

In Putin, Philip Short presents a comprehensive biography that delves into the complexities of Vladimir Putin's character and leadership. This book is essential for anyone seeking to understand the current geopolitical landscape, particularly in relation to Ukraine. Short's exploration reveals how Putin's actions and ideologies have shaped not only Russia but also the broader international order. Readers gain insight into the paradox of a leader who, despite facing significant sanctions and global disapproval, maintains a strong base of support among the Russian populace.

The biography challenges common perceptions about Putin and his regime, illustrating how his past experiences and influences have molded his approach to power. Short meticulously examines the events and motivations that drive Putin's decisions, providing context for his aggressive foreign policy and domestic strategies. The narrative raises important questions about the nature of power and the implications of Putin's actions on global stability.

Ultimately, Putin serves as a critical resource for understanding the man behind the headlines. By separating fact from fiction, Short encourages readers to reconsider their assumptions about the Russian leader and the implications of his rule. This insightful biography is a must-read for those looking to grasp the intricacies of modern Russia and its enigmatic leader.

Magisterial... based on access to a Who's Who of senior politicians, diplomats and intelligence sources. * Guardian *
An exhaustive profile * Daily Telegraph, *Books of the Year* *
Exceptional... unlikely to be matched as a study of the man... It is readable, judicious, critical but balanced and focused on Putin the person rather than on the Putin regime * The Irish Times *
[A] revealing and compellingly granular biography * Times Literary Supplement *
Anyone wanting to learn more about Putin's personality, ideas, power and the threat he has come to pose to world peace should read this outstanding biography -- Ian Kershaw
A masterly portrait of one of the most calculating and impenetrable individuals on the world stage * Irish Independent *
As a chronicle of Putin's public doings, the book is near faultless... [with] some sharply worded insights * The Times *
A perfect mirror to its subject... This new biography should be compulsory reading * Observer *
Philip Short's timely new biography ... provides a comprehensive, extensively researched account of Putin's life, in the process debunking some of the more tenacious clichés about the Russian leader * New Statesman *
Short brings to this project extensive research and fluid prose. This book is comprehensive in the best sense, a detailed and meticulous chronicle of Putin's life * Literary Review *
[Offers] a number of fascinating insights into Putin [among] the massive array of facts on offer * Daily Telegraph *
I got so absorbed in Philip Short's biography of Putin that I overshot my [train] stop * Adrian Chiles, The Guardian *
Stupendous... The definitive biography of the man, and I do not expect it to be eclipsed as such in my lifetime, or ever -- John Evans, US Ambassador and Consul-General in St Petersburg, 1994-7
A monument of information and sober common sense. Of all the books I have read about Putin, this is the most comprehensive and sensible -- Rodric Braithwaite, UK Ambassador in Moscow, 1988-1992
Elegantly written and pacy * UK Today News, The Best New Political Books August 2022 *
(Praise for Philip Short on Mao): 'It is everything one could hope for: magisterial, beautifully written... and rich in material' * Guardian *
(Praise for Philip Short on Mao): 'A beautifully written, grippingly readable biography... A formidable piece of research' -- John Simpson * Sunday Telegraph *
(Praise for Philip Short on Pot Pot): 'Extraordinary and brilliant' * The Scotsman *
(Praise for Philip Short on Pot Pot): 'A superb, chilling, yet human portrait of a monster' -- Simon Sebag Montefiore
(Praise for Philip Short on Mitterand): 'A stunningly detailed investigation of a monumental political character' * The Independent *

ISBN: 9781847923370

Dimensions: 236mm x 164mm x 58mm

Weight: 1440g

864 pages