Russia and Central Asia
The countries in and around the Former Soviet Union are an interesting part of the world and I spend a lot of time reading books and articles about the people, cultures, and politics of the region. This page is simply a list of of articles and books that I’ve found interesting enough to remember.
- Kremlin Rising: Vladimir Putin’s Russia and the End of Revolution, Updated Edition (by Peter Baker) - A good examination of Putin and his methods.
- The Great Game: The Struggle for Empire in Central Asia (by Peter Hopkirk) - History and adventure in Central Asia as Russia and Great Britian strive for dominance.
- Russia’s Soviet Past Still Haunts Relations with West - An article that gives some insight into how the years of Stalin still affect the Russian mentalty.