10 Books to Help You Understand the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Posted on July 25, 2023
by Franco V
The Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has technically been ongoing since 2014 (remember Crimea?), has significantly impacted the geopolitical landscape and sparked widespread discussions about international relations. Understanding this conflict’s complexities and historical context is crucial for gaining a comprehensive perspective. Here are ten books that delve into various aspects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, providing valuable insights into the events, motivations, and consequences surrounding this critical event.
Cold Peace: Avoiding the New Cold War by Michael W. Doyle
Borderland: A Journey Through the History of Ukraine by Anna Reid
The Russo-Ukrainian War: The Return of History by Serhii Plokhy
Zelensky: The Unlikely Ukrainian Hero Who Defied Putin and United the World by Andrew L. Urban and Chris McLeod
In Isolation: Dispatches from Occupied Donas by Stanislav Aseyev
Ukraine’s Revolt, Russia’s Revenge by Christopher M. Smith
Putin by Philip Short
Ukraine: What Everyone Needs to Know by Serhy Yekelchyk
Putin’s Russia: The Rise of a Dictator by Darryl Cunningham
Accidental Czar: The Life and Lies of Vladimir Putin by Andrew S. Weiss, illustrated by Brian ‘Box’ Brown
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