Putin’s Russia The Rise of a Dictator
Putin’s Russia: The Rise of a Dictator by Darryl Cunningham, published by Myriad Editions on January 4, 2022, is a graphic nonfiction work comprising 144 pages. In this edition, Cunningham explores the complex dynamics surrounding Vladimir Putin’s ascent to power, highlighting the role of Western leaders in facilitating his rise. Through a clear narrative and economical illustrations, the book examines significant events such as Brexit, the Trump presidency, and various human rights violations in Russia, including the crackdown on homosexuality and notable poisonings.
Readers will find a timeline that contextualizes these events, presenting Putin as an opportunist rather than a master manipulator. The book delves into themes of political science, civil rights, and corruption, illustrating how Russian influence has grown while Western governments often overlook the regime’s brutality. Cunningham’s approach aims to demystify Putin’s image, encouraging a critical understanding of the political landscape in Eastern Europe. This edition is available in English and offers a detailed examination of contemporary history through the lens of graphic storytelling.
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Author of more than six acclaimed graphic novels and well- known for his economical drawing and clear, explanatory narrative, Cunningham shows how the West and its leaders have been culpable in aiding Putin’s rise – Obama being an example. Areas covered include Brexit and Trump; the crackdown on human rights, especially on homosexuality in Russia; and the poisonings – among them, journalist Anna Politkovskaya in Russia, Alexander Litvinenko in London, Sergei Skripal in Salisbury. By putting these events into a timeline, Cunningham aims to show that Putin is opportunistic rather than the master manipulator people make him out to be: ‘He’s essentially a gangster and not a particularly smart one. We need to demythologise Putin if we are to beat him.’ Meanwhile Russian money and influence grows ever stronger as Western governments and companies turn a blind eye to the regime’s excessive brutality and corruption.
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