Russian Imperialism

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The book explores the surprising collapse of the Soviet Union, highlighting the disconnect between theoretical evidence of its imperial status and the lack of consensus among Soviet experts. It examines how this oversight contributed to the shock experienced by Americans as the USSR began to disintegrate under Mikhail Gorbachev. By analyzing the writings on empires and the situation on the ground, the author sheds light on the complexities and misjudgments surrounding one of the century's most significant political events.