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'A spy shocker' Western Morning News --3
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Litvinenko wanted to publish this book, but no one in the West wanted to listen--except that is the Russian secret service who confiscated 4000 copies smuggled from Latvia printing presses into Moscow. And no wonder. This book focuses on how elements of the old Soviet regime sought to steer Russia away from the liberal reforms since the fall of the old USSR. The multiple apartment bombings which ripped across the country in 1999, killing hundreds, were more than suspicious. The 'terrorists' were condemned and the tragedies quickly used as an excuse to drag Russia into a second wretched war with Chechnya which continues to this day. The book's spotlight on the attempted bombing in Ryazan leaves little doubt as to who the enemy really was...
The book's translation from Russian into English is superb, but the sheer volume of facts and information combined with the never-ending plethora of Russian names makes for a challenging read if you are up to it. The book however is an excellent primer into the Russian mindset of corruption, coercion, and intimidation, and should be studied and kept as a grim reminder of what is possible when criminal elements in the state pursue their own political agendas - and how far they will go when the ends justifies the means in the political game of hardball.
Although the book is a study in extremism, there are still some associations to be made on a lesser level. Propaganda, intimidation, and internal investigations which never seem to come to fruition are just a few that come to mind. Despite the collapse of the USSR, Vladamir Putin, has placed many of his former KGB colleagues in positions of authority alongside him.
As Russians celebrate their "freedom" with the shutdown of the independent press, and genocide committed in Chechnya on a daily basis, I have little doubt that the people of Russia are told they are "winning" the war on terror. When the next 9/11 or Madrid like bombings occur, one where all the "evidence" appears overwhelming and points in only one direction, and yet the enemy, elusive as ever and always just out of arms reach, is never caught or convicted, perhaps you will think to read this book.
The book's translation from Russian into English is superb, but the sheer volume of facts and information combined with the never-ending plethora of Russian names makes for a challenging read if you are up to it. The book however is an excellent primer into the Russian mindset of corruption, coercion, and intimidation, and should be studied and kept as a grim reminder of what is possible when criminal elements in the state pursue their own political agendas - and how far they will go when the ends justifies the means in the political game of hardball.
Although the book is a study in extremism, there are still some associations to be made on a lesser level. Propaganda, intimidation, and internal investigations which never seem to come to fruition are just a few that come to mind. Despite the collapse of the USSR, Vladamir Putin, has placed many of his former KGB colleagues in positions of authority alongside him.
As Russians celebrate their "freedom" with the shutdown of the independent press, and genocide committed in Chechnya on a daily basis, I have little doubt that the people of Russia are told they are "winning" the war on terror. When the next 9/11 or Madrid like bombings occur, one where all the "evidence" appears overwhelming and points in only one direction, and yet the enemy, elusive as ever and always just out of arms reach, is never caught or convicted, perhaps you will think to read this book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Banned in Russia, this book centres around the allegation that acts of terrorism attributed to Chechen Nationalists, including the September 1999 bombings of apartment buildings in which over 300 people died, were carried out by the FSB, Russia's Federal Security Bureau. Thoroughly researched, it reveals serious flaws and omissions in the official versions of the events and describes numerous other instances of violence and extortion involving members of Russia's security services, as well as attempts by pressure groups and other official agencies to hold those responsible to account for their crimes.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book contains a wealth of detail and that is the problem with it. I found myself constantly having to reread back sections and whole chapters in order to try and keep track of events and happenings. A multitude of individuals are brought into the story and trying to keep track of who they are and what there role in the story is,was not easy.
The book is poorly written which is regrettable because the authors are describing things that took place in Russia which may be debated, discussed and argued over for very many years to come.
For those interested in these matters I would not say do not buy the book but would say be prepared to be patient and tenacious when reading it. It's a tough read.
The book is poorly written which is regrettable because the authors are describing things that took place in Russia which may be debated, discussed and argued over for very many years to come.
For those interested in these matters I would not say do not buy the book but would say be prepared to be patient and tenacious when reading it. It's a tough read.
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Russia was right to be worried about this book
This book is very informative and if true shows that Russia is still a nation that cannot be trusted. It shows that Russia is still up to its old Cold War tricks
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by Mr. D. P. Osbourn
Important and intriguing, despite major weaknesses
As several customer review's allready have pointed out - this is a book with an agenda. It does not help that the authors to a great extent refuse to reveal their sources, but want... Read more
Published on 6 Aug 2009 by Jan Øystein Thorsnæs
Buy it only if you have keen interest in the subject
There are goods things about this book as well as things that could have been better.
- it puts together very well the case against Putin in respect of suspicious 'terrorist'... Read more
- it puts together very well the case against Putin in respect of suspicious 'terrorist'... Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2008 by Nomad in Caledonia
Academic Record
This is an extremely thoroughly researched book. The case for criminality in the Russian Government is presented like a case for court. Utterly detailed and comprehensive. Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2008 by Mr. Ron Newman
Interesting subject poor book
Very poorly written book which is shame because the subject is so interesting and relevant. Bucket loads of facts but because they are not put into context or linked together with... Read more
Published on 25 Jan 2008 by CFL
An Intense Read
"Blowing up Russia" provides a shrewd account of the conception of the war in Chechnia and the use of terrorist context to gain local support of the current Administration. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2007 by Anna Abrahamyan
slow read
rambling outline of the corruption in Russian government circles.
I found it a long winded read and dissappointing overall.
I found it a long winded read and dissappointing overall.
Published on 9 April 2007 by Ruairi
Chilling
This is a terrifying book that anyone interested in modern politics should read. Forget about terrorism and Islam, in the near future it will be Russia and its henchmen we will all... Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2007 by Geraldine Brentwood
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