Dr. Marlene Laruelle is a leading scholar whose work deeply explores nationalism and geopolitics, with a particular focus on the ideological undercurrents shaping contemporary Russia and its Eurasian context. Her research delves into the complexities of imperial thought and national identity, examining how these manifest in political strategies and international relations. Laruelle's distinctive approach offers critical insights into the forces driving power dynamics and ideological currents in the modern world. Her analyses provide a nuanced understanding of Russia's engagement with its neighbors and the broader global landscape.
The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between Russia's domestic and foreign policies, highlighting the nation's fears and challenges. It aims to enhance the American public's understanding of how these internal dynamics shape Russia's international behavior, which is crucial for comprehending U.S. policy and security implications. This timely exploration offers valuable insights into the complexities of Russia's geopolitical stance.
A comprehensive study of nation-building in post-Soviet Central Asia. Committed to internationalism, Kazakhstan and other central Asian states nevertheless embrace classically nationalist conceptions of the nation-state. Their unabashed celebration of borders and citizenship challenges Western views of nationalism as a dying ideology transcended by cosmopolitanism. Drawing on twenty years of fieldwork, Central Peripheries reveals the origin of central Asian national consciousness in imaginary and ritualized efforts to grapple with the Soviet past.
Nationalism is explored through diverse actors and ideologies, particularly in the context of Russia's national identity. The book delves into the perspectives of ultra-nationalist and far-right groups, examining how nationalism is employed in conflicts. Additionally, it investigates how opponents of Putin leverage nationalist sentiments, offering a comprehensive analysis of the multifaceted role nationalism plays in contemporary Russian society.