Praise for Andrew Monaghan’s The New Politics of Russia (MUP 2016)

'A lucid and important book.’
Sir Rodric Braithwaite, British Ambassador to the USSR/Russia 1988-92

‘A must read for those interested in foreign policy, experts and laymen alike, but especially for junior and senior policy-makers.'
David Glantz, Chief Editor, Journal of Slavic Military Studies

‘This book cuts through hysteria and conventional wisdom, and is essential reading for those seeking to understand the challenges of dealing with Russia. '
Richard Connolly, Co-Director, Centre for Russian, European and Eurasian Studies, University of Birmingham

Dr. Monaghan's excellent book is lucid, accessible and could not have come at a better time.'
Megan Edwards, Defence Specialist, Defence Select Committee, House of Commons

‘Provides an excellent précis of Russian priorities and a model for the concise analysis of national policy in other states.’
Alasdair Roberts, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Wiley Governance

Introduction: strategy in a time of crisis
1 Setting a strategic agenda
2 The problems of power in Russia
3 Making Russia work
4 Defending Russia
Conclusion: mobilising power in Russia