Stalin as Warlord by Alfred J. Rieber (English) Hardcover Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Stalin as Warlord by Alfred J. Rieber An authoritative account of Stalin as a wartime leader—showing how his paradoxical policies of mass mobilization and repression affected all aspects of Soviet society FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Second World War was the defining moment in the history of the Soviet Union. With Stalin at the helm, it emerged victorious at a huge economic and human cost. But even before the fighting had ended, Stalin began to turn against the architects of success. In this original and comprehensive study, Alfred J. Rieber examines Stalin as a wartime leader, arguing that his policies were profoundly paradoxical. In preparation for the war, Stalin mobilized the whole of Soviet society in pursuit of his military goals and intensified the centralization of his power. Yet at the same time, his use of terror weakened the forces vital to the defense of the country. In his efforts to rebuild the country after the devastating losses and destruction, he suppressed groups that had contributed immeasurably to victory. His steady, ruthless leadership cultivated a legacy that was to burden the Soviet Union and Russia to the present day. Author Biography Alfred J. Rieber is university professor emeritus at the Central European University and emeritus professor at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of numerous books including Stalin and the Struggle for Supremacy in Eurasia, which was shortlisted for the Pushkin Book Prize. Review "A superb new history. . . . Rieber analyses with clarity the impact of the war. . . . When a historical work of Alfred J. Riebers calibre emerges perhaps it, too, will chart Putin as warlord."—Wendy Slater, Times Literary Supplement"How Stalin, for all his strategic misjudgements, succeeded in preparing for war, mobilizing his people and fighting to victory in Berlin remains an intriguing historical question. Stalin as Warlord is a thought-provoking and informed account set squarely in the many debates that surround Stalins role, but at the same time refreshingly perceptive, intelligently critical and lucidly written."—Richard Overy, author of Blood and Ruins: The Great Imperial War, 1931–1945"A remarkably penetrating picture of Stalins wartime rule. Rieber brings out the contradictions between destructive and creative impulses that shaped the Kremlins exercise of power in those critical years. Timely reading for anyone seeking to understand the fundamentals driving Russia."—Alex Pravda, Emeritus Fellow, St Antonys College, University of Oxford"A sweeping and magisterial overview of Stalins qualities and defects as the leader of a great power during a huge war which involved coordinating numerous different areas of national life."—Geoffrey Hosking, author of Russia and the Russians"Alfred Riebers account of Stalin at war cover important military themes and situations that have been overlooked. His book is a great piece of sleuthing and vividly written."—Robert Service, author of Stalin: A Biography Review Quote "How Stalin, for all his strategic misjudgements, succeeded in preparing for war, mobilizing his people and fighting to victory in Berlin remains an intriguing historical question. Stalin as Warlord is a thought-provoking and informed account set squarely in the many debates that surround Stalins role, but at the same time refreshingly perceptive, intelligently critical and lucidly written."--Richard Overy, author of Blood and Ruins: The Great Imperial War, 1931-1945 "Alfred Riebers account of Stalin at war cover important military themes and situations that have been overlooked. His book is a great piece of sleuthing and vividly written."--Robert Service, author of Stalin: A Biography Description for Bookstore In this original study, Alfred J. Rieber argues that Stalins wartime leadership was paradoxical at heart. Stalin mobilized the whole of Soviet society but repressed those vital to defense. After allowing some freedoms, after the war he began to turn against the architects of success. The heavy burden of this legacy survives today. Details ISBN0300264615 Author Alfred J. Rieber Publisher Yale University Press Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 0300264615 ISBN-13 9780300264616 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2022-08-23 Imprint Yale University Press Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2022-08-23 US Release Date 2022-08-23 UK Release Date 2022-08-23 Pages 376 Illustrations 15 b-w illus. DEWEY 947.0842092 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-10-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:139190449;

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