The Death of Stalin
(Author) Sheila FitzpatrickWhat happened when the terrifying Soviet dictator, Joseph Stalin, suddenly died? Everyone remembers the bumbling characters around Stalin's deathbed in Armando Iannucci's film Death of Stalin, but who knows what actually came next? Those bumblers from the Politburo, Stalin's heirs, immediately and efficiently launched into reforms across the board. Meanwhile, the West's vigilant Soviet-watchers almost completely missed the story ...
In this vivid, deeply knowledgeable short book, award-winning historian Sheila Fitzpatrick offers a new look at a crucial moment in history.
Sheila Fitzpatrick
Sheila Fitzpatrick is a renowned historian known for her groundbreaking work in Soviet history, particularly her book "Everyday Stalinism." Her clear and engaging writing style brings history to life for readers, shedding light on the complexities of life under totalitarian rule. Fitzpatrick's work has had a profound impact on the field of Soviet studies.
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