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Downfall

Putin, Prigozhin, and the fight for the future of Russia

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Downfall

By: Anna Arutunyan, Mark Galeotti
Narrated by: Mark Galeotti
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Evgeny Prigozhin emerged as one of the most dangerous warlords in the world and as one of Vladimir Putin's chief rivals in Russia's tumultuous political climate, exiled after leading Wagner's attempted coup and killed in a mysterious plane crash. But what is the truth about this enigmatic figure, his role in the war with Ukraine, and the chaos unleashed across Russia by his turn against Putin? And, the aftermath of his death, what is next for Russia in the new stage of late Putinism that Prigozhin's life forged?

Drawing on years of research, this book traces the rise of Russia's most prominent non-state actor and examines the political climate that propelled a convicted gangster with no government office to the formidable role he has come to occupy. An essential story of Russia's recent history, The Warlord is also a compelling insight into its likely future.

©2024 Anna Arutunyan and Mark Galeotti (P)2024 Penguin Audio Politics & Government Russian & Soviet World Russia War

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Mark Galeotti is my go to for unbiased comprehensive overview of Russian politics, and this book is on par with his excellent podcast In Moscow’s Shadows

Perfectly timed release, fascinating listen

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Brilliantly written and researched. The author has a pleasant reading voice. I recommend his other works and podcast.

Excellent listen.

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Measured insight, great historical perspective. The authors have done a brilliant job of analysis. I didn’t want it to end.

Rings very true, an enthralling fast paced adventure.

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Interesting insights into the heart of the Russian political system, accessibly written, fascinating and well told.

Great book

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The best audiobook I have listened to all year factual but presented in a way that makes it easy to take on board the points and the nuances. It’s nice to have something that feels that I’m being led through a story rather than marched through it with a megaphone in my ear.
Anyone interested in Ukraine or modern? Russia must listen to this book.

Outstanding

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This is an excellent overview of Prigozhin and Wagner. It is not an academicy book. It is helpful to get a general idea about Prigozhin. And Galeotti’s interpretations are as apt as ever.

Excellent summary

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