A gripping account of the months before and after Stalin’s death and how his demise reshaped the course of twentieth-century history Joshua Rubenstein’s riveting account takes us back to the second half of 1952 when no one could foresee an end to Joseph Stalin’s murderous regime. He was poised to challenge the newly elected U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower with armed force; and was also broadening a vicious campaign against Soviet Jews. Stalin’s sudden collapse and death in March 1953 was as dramatic and mysterious as his life. It is no overstatement to say that his passing marked a major turning point in the twentieth century. The Last Days of Stalin is an engaging; briskly told account of the dictator’s final active months; the vigil at his deathbed; and the unfolding of Soviet and international events in the months after his death. Rubenstein throws fresh light on
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful. Thorough; scholarly; fascinating and essentialBy Donna M. StewartI really got a lot out of reading this book. It is a scholarly book; but is accessible to the general reader. Kamen takes pains to put the Spanish Inquisition within its context of historical; political; and practical spheres. Dare I use the word "balanced" to describe this portrayal of the much-maligned institution? In another field; Kamen may be considered nearly an apologist; but careful reading of the text reveals the author not so concerned with defending the Inquisition as with avoiding the calumny that has plagued other portrayals.I read this book to prepare for and as an accompaniment to a trip to Spain; and it most definitely enriched my experience of that country. I am glad Kamen took the time and care in writing such a thorough depiction of the Spanish Inquisition. Not a short or easy book; but highly recommended to those who want more than the grotesque voyeurism of most Inquisition media.3 of 6 people found the following review helpful. This book was shipped immediately and arrived beautifully packaged! My husband could not be happier in ...By snowedinThis book was shipped immediately and arrived beautifully packaged! My husband could not be happier in fact he's reading it right now!! Best book seller! Highly recommend!!!0 of 3 people found the following review helpful. very good serviceBy Jaime D CortesAs advertised; very good service
