The Russian

Author : James Patterson,James O. Born
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316430241

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The Russian by James Patterson,James O. Born Pdf

When a serial killer crashes Detective Michael Bennett's wedding, he and his new partner uncover a gruesome string of cold-case homicides across the country. Weeks before NYPD Detective Michael Bennett is to marry his longtime love, Mary Catherine, an assassin announces his presence in the city with a string of grisly murders. Each victim is a young woman. And each has been killed in a manner as precise as it was gruesome. Tasked with working alongside the FBI, Bennett and his gung-ho new partner uncover multiple cold-case homicides across the country that fit the same distinctive pattern—proving the perpetrator they seek is as experienced at ending lives as he is at evading detection. Bennett promises Mary Catherine that the case won't affect their upcoming wedding. But as Bennett prepares to make a lifetime commitment, the killer has a lethal vow of his own to fulfill.

Author : Robert W. Orttung,Danielle N. Lussier,Anna Paretskaya
Publisher : M.E. Sharpe
Page : 714 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0765605597

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The Republics and Regions of the Russian Federation by Robert W. Orttung,Danielle N. Lussier,Anna Paretskaya Pdf

A presentation of political, economic and demographic data on every territorial unit of the Russian Federation, its local government structure and electoral history. Each entry includes a profile of the president, governor or prime minister, and an overview of local trends.

Author : Dmitry Gel'man, Vladimir Marganiya, Otar Travin
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783838214214

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The Russian Path by Dmitry Gel'man, Vladimir Marganiya, Otar Travin Pdf

The politico-economic reforms launched during the late twentieth century in post-Soviet Russia have led to contradictory and ambiguous results. The new economic environment and mode of governance that emerged have been subjected to serious criticism. What were the causes of these developments? Were they unavoidable for Russia due to specific factors grounded in the country’s previous experiences? Or were they an intended result of actions taken by the leaders of the country during the last few decades? The authors of this book share neither a deterministic approach, which implies that Russia is bound to fail because of the nature of its economic and political evolution, nor a voluntarist approach, which implies that these failures were caused only by the incompetence and/or malicious intentions of its leaders. Instead, this study offers a different framework for the analysis of political and economic developments in present-day Russia. It is based on four ‘i’s—ideas, interests, institutions, and illusions.

Author : Julia Herzberg,Andreas Renner,Ingrid Schierle
Publisher : Berghahn Books
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781800731288

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The Russian Cold by Julia Herzberg,Andreas Renner,Ingrid Schierle Pdf

Cold has long been a fixture of Russian identity both within and beyond the borders of Russia and the Soviet Union, even as the ongoing effects of climate change complicate its meaning and cultural salience. The Russian Cold assembles fascinating new contributions from a variety of scholarly traditions, offering new perspectives on how to understand this mainstay of Russian culture and history. In chapters encompassing such diverse topics as polar exploration, the Eastern Front in World War II, and the iconography of hockey, it explores the multiplicity and ambiguity of “cold” in the Russian context and demonstrates the value of environmental-historical research for enriching national and imperial histories.

Author : Keith Gave
Publisher : Gold Star Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2020-02-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1949709582

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The Russian Five by Keith Gave Pdf

Five former Soviet hockey players who wound up in Detroit in the 1990s and helped to catapult a beleaguered hockey franchise to the top of the summit played a pivotal role in that city's celebrated comeback. They are The Russian Five, and while they changed their sport forever they also helped bridge rival cultures with their unique style of diplomacy. This is their remarkable story of espionage, defection, heartbreak and triumph - and remarkable courage after a fateful limo crash nearly killed one of them.

Author : Richard Mullin
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 619 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789004272149

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The Russian Social-Democratic Labour Party, 1899‒1904 by Richard Mullin Pdf

The Russian Social-Democratic Labour Party, 1899‒1904 is a volume of translated documents which express the views of the main anti-Leninist tendencies during the period in question.

Author : Valerie Sperling
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780429981586

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Building The Russian State by Valerie Sperling Pdf

This study critically assesses the condition of Russia's political, economic, social, legal, and military institutions and questions the capacity of the institutions to perform the duties of a state in the modern world. Has the Russian state managed to lay the institutional groundwork for long-term stability and democratic governance? The consensus of the contributors to this book is grim. The courts have grown increasingly complex, but their ability to enhance and support democracy has remained limited. State economic institutions have been unable to collect taxes, pay government workers, fund the healthcare system, pay its soldiers, or retain value in its currency. Political mechanisms for resolving center-periphery conflicts remain ineffective, and Russia's political institutions seem less focused on serving public interests than on enriching the power of those in power.

Author : Jens Kai Perret
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783642402791

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Knowledge as a Driver of Regional Growth in the Russian Federation by Jens Kai Perret Pdf

The Russian Federation has a history of more than twenty years of transformation to a market economy, but as well to a knowledge society, to look back on. This study takes a look at the knowledge generation, knowledge transmission and knowledge use inside the Federation since the early 1990s. Furthermore, in light of the high dependence of the Russian economy on the oil and gas sectors this study analyzes the impact knowledge related factors have on regional income generation following thereby in the direction of Schumpeterian growth theory. The study combines descriptive with empirical analyses to paint a picture as detailed as possible of the Russian knowledge society and its innovative potential. ​

Author : Inna Kochetkova
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2009-12-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781135181819

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The Myth of the Russian Intelligentsia by Inna Kochetkova Pdf

Examines the phenomenon of the Russian intelligentsia. This book focuses on one of the most important and influential groups of Russian intellectuals - the 1960s generation or 'Sixtiers' - who devoted their lives to defending 'socialism with a human face', authored "Perestroika", and were subsequently demonized when the reforms failed.

Author : Europa Publications
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135095840

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The Territories of the Russian Federation 2012 by Europa Publications Pdf

This excellent reference source brings together hard-to-find information on the eighty-three constituent units of the Russian Federation. The introduction examines the Russian Federation as a whole, focusing on the evolution of the relationship between the central state and the regions, followed by a chronology, demographic and economic statistics, and a review of the Federal Government. The second section comprises territorial surveys, with a chapter on each of Russia’s federal subjects, each of which includes a current map. The third section comprises a select bibliography of books. The fourth section features a series of indexes, listing the territories alphabetically, by Federal Okrug and Economic Area. Users will also find a gazetteer of selected alternative and historic names, and a list of the territories abolished, created or reconstituted in the post-Soviet period.

Author : J. L. Black
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317669548

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The Russian Presidency of Dmitry Medvedev, 2008-2012 by J. L. Black Pdf

The term "tandem" was used to describe the Putin-Medvedev combination which ruled Russia from 2008 to 2012, when Medvedev was president and Putin prime minister. Many people saw Putin as the real wielder of power, with Medvedev as his puppet. Others, however, saw Medvedev as a visionary, someone who envisioned large scale schemes - even though these schemes have not yet come to fruition. At the same time, many in the West regarded Medvedev favourably, and gave him credit for raising expectations among both the elite and the middle classes in Russia in such a way as to make it difficult for the Russian state to return to its old ways. This book presents a comprehensive survey of the Medvedev presidency, covering all areas including politics, the economy, international relations and social developments. The author concludes that it is still too early to assess Medvedev's achievements definitively.

Author : Peter Enticott
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317245513

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The Russian Liberals and the Revolution of 1905 by Peter Enticott Pdf

There is a widespread notion that Russia is forever fated to be an authoritarian country where liberalism and democracy can never make real progress. However, at the beginning of the twentieth century there was an extremely influential “liberationist” movement which culminated in the formation of a modern, Western-style liberal party, the Constitutional Democrats or “Kadets”. The book provides a comprehensive history of the rise of the Kadets, focusing, in particular, on the revolutionary years 1905-06. It outlines how they dominated the first Duma elected by the people and analyses their policies, social composition and political tactics. The book challenges the view (shared by many historians) that the Kadets were inherently extreme, doctrinaire or unwilling to compromise, and argues that their eventual failure was primarily due to the intransigence of the old régime. The Russian Liberals and the Revolution of 1905 illustrates, in detail, that the Kadets offered a moderate alternative to reaction on the one hand and revolution on the other.

Author : Thomas Wallace Knox
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire by Thomas Wallace Knox Pdf

The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire by Thomas Wallace Knox: An adventurous travelogue of Russia, "The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire" provides a detailed account of the geography, history, and culture of the country. Knox's work offers valuable insights into the people, lifestyles, and traditions of Russia. Key Aspects of the Book "The Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire": Adventurous Travelogue: The book is an adventurous travelogue, exploring the geography, history, and culture of Russia. Insight into Russian Life and Culture: Knox's work offers valuable insights into the people, lifestyles, and traditions of Russia, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Russian history and culture. Rich and Descriptive Prose: The book's rich and descriptive prose captures the beauty and complexity of Russian life and culture, making it a joy to read. Thomas Wallace Knox was an American writer and journalist who lived in the 19th century. His works on travel and exploration have contributed significantly to the field of American literature and cultural exploration.

Author : John P. LeDonne
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2003-12-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9780190289683

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The Grand Strategy of the Russian Empire, 1650-1831 by John P. LeDonne Pdf

At its height, the Russian empire covered eleven time zones and stretched from Scandinavia to the Pacific Ocean. Arguing against the traditional historical view that Russia, surrounded and threatened by enemies, was always on the defensive, John P. LeDonne contends that Russia developed a long-term strategy not in response to immediate threats but in line with its own expansionist urges to control the Eurasian Heartland. LeDonne narrates how the government from Moscow and Petersburg expanded the empire by deploying its army as well as by extending its patronage to frontier societies in return for their serving the interests of the empire. He considers three theaters on which the Russians expanded: the Western (Baltic, Germany, Poland); the Southern (Ottoman and Persian Empires); and the Eastern (China, Siberia, Central Asia). In his analysis of military power, he weighs the role of geography and locale, as well as economic issues, in the evolution of a larger imperial strategy. Rather than viewing Russia as peripheral to European Great Power politics, LeDonne makes a powerful case for Russia as an expansionist, militaristic, and authoritarian regime that challenged the great states and empires of its time.

Author : United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery,Raymond Spear
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1906
Category : Medicine, Military
ISBN : HARVARD:HNV1H1

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Report on the Russian Medical and Sanitary Features of the Russo-Japanese War to the Surgeon-General, U. S. Navy by United States. Navy Department. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery,Raymond Spear Pdf