Gulag: A History

by Anne Applebaum

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Book Overview: Gulag: A History

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER - This magisterial and acclaimed history offers the first fully documented portrait of the Gulag, from its origins in the Russian Revolution, through its expansion under Stalin, to its collapse in the era of glasnost.

"A tragic testimony to how evil ideologically inspired dictatorships can be." -The New York Times

The Gulag--a vast array of Soviet concentration camps that held millions of political and criminal prisoners--was a system of repression and punishment that terrorized the entire society, embodying the worst tendencies of Soviet communism. Applebaum intimately re-creates what life was like in the camps and links them to the larger history of the Soviet Union. Immediately recognized as a landmark and long-overdue work of scholarship, Gulag is an essential book for anyone who wishes to understand the history of the twentieth century.

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ISBN-139781400034093
ISBN-101400034094
PublisherAnchor Books
Publication Date2004
EditionReprint
Languageen
Pages736
Dimensionsin x in x in
Weight lbs

About the Author(s)

Anne Applebaum

Anne Applebaum is a distinguished journalist, historian, and renowned author who has made significant contributions to the discussions on international politics and history. An American and Polish citizen, she is distinguished for her meticulously researched historical accounts and her insightful discourse on current global matters. A Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Applebaum's works typically delve into the history of Central and Eastern Europe. Her most notable contributions include books like "Gulag: A History," which earned her the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Non-Fiction, and "Iron Curtain: The Crushing of Eastern Europe 1944-1956," demonstrating her profound understanding of the region's complex history. In addition to her extensive list of publications, she has also served as a columnist for The Washington Post, providing her expertise on contemporary global affairs. Applebaum’s work extends beyond writing, as she is a Professor of Practice at the London School of Economics, where she leads projects on 21st-century propaganda and disinformation. A highly respected thought leader, her unique ability to analyze history and link it to modern-day politics makes her an indispensable voice in today's international discourse.