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Book Synopsis: Looking beyond Putin to understand how today's Russia actually works. Media and public discussion tends to understand Russian politics as a direct reflection of Vladimir Putin's seeming omnipotence or Russia's unique history and culture. Yet Russia is remarkably similar to other autocracies—and recognizing this illuminates the inherent limits to Putin's power. Weak Strongman challenges the conventional wisdom about Putin's Russia, highlighting the difficult trade-offs that confront the Kremlin on issues ranging from election fraud and repression to propaganda and foreign policy.
Drawing on three decades of his own on-the-ground experience and research as well as insights from a new generation of social scientists that have received little attention outside academia, Timothy Frye reveals how much we overlook about today's Russia when we focus solely on Putin or Russian exceptionalism. Frye brings a new understanding to a host of crucial questions: How popular is Putin? Is Russian propaganda effective? Why are relations with the West so fraught? Can Russian cyber warriors really swing foreign elections? In answering these and other questions, Frye offers a highly accessible reassessment of Russian politics that highlights the challenges of governing Russia and the nature of modern autocracy.
Rich in personal anecdotes and cutting-edge social science, Weak Strongman offers the best evidence available about how Russia actually works.
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Discover the hidden truths of Russia's political landscape with Weak Strongman: The Limits of Power in Putin's Russia. Unlike what the media portrays, Russian politics is not defined solely by Vladimir Putin or its unique history and culture. In this eye-opening book, Timothy Frye presents a fresh perspective, challenging the conventional wisdom and shedding light on the constraints that Putin faces. By examining issues such as election fraud, repression, propaganda, and foreign policy, Frye reveals the complexities of governing Russia - a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of modern autocracy.
Don't fall for the misconceptions about Putin's omnipotence - Weak Strongman offers insights from decades of on-the-ground experience and research. Frye, along with a new generation of social scientists, brings forth valuable knowledge that has often been overlooked outside academia. This book tackles pressing questions: What is Putin's true popularity? How effective is Russian propaganda? Why are relations with the West so tense? Can Russian cyber warriors influence foreign elections? Frye's informative and accessible analysis challenges assumptions, presenting a comprehensive picture of Russian politics.
Weak Strongman not only presents cutting-edge research but also offers personal anecdotes that bring its insights to life. No other book provides such a comprehensive and accurate understanding of how Russia operates. Whether you are a student, researcher, or someone passionate about global politics, this book will give you the best evidence available about the reality of Russia's political system.
Ready to dive into the depths of the Russian political landscape? Don't miss out - get your copy of Weak Strongman now and gain a new perspective on modern autocracy and Putin's Russia you won't find anywhere else!
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