'Medvedev represents the best of the Russian critical tradition. His clear writing and creative analysis stand out amidst the muddle of twenty-first-century writing about Russia. He has been right all along and he is right again in this book.'
Tim Snyder, Yale University'In an ocean of recently published books on Putin and Putin's Russia, Medvedev's illuminating work stands on its own with its focus on Russia's Putin: Putin as an embodiment of Russia's national idea.'
Ivan Krastev, Centre for Liberal Strategies, Sofia
'Brilliant'
Victor Sebestyen, The Sunday Times
'The outstanding clarity of Medvedev's thought and style places him in the front rank of Russian-born critics of Putin.'
Financial Times
'The passionate Medvedev is the one to read for those who would like to sign up for a crusade'
Sheila Fitzpatrick, Sydney Morning Herald
'convincing'
Money Week
'A searing, deeply disturbing book that shows how violent the country has become'
Victor Sebestyen, The Oldie
