
Unfinished Empire
Russian Imperialism in Ukraine and the Near Abroad
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Unfinished Empire
Russian Imperialism in Ukraine and the Near Abroad
About this book
For centuries, Russian imperialism has shaped the fate of its neighbours, from the tsarist conquests to Soviet domination and today's relentless aggression. This book exposes the Kremlin's enduring ambition to control its periphery, dismantling the myths used to justify its actions – from claims of shared history to the weaponization of security and culture. It reveals how Russia has sought to subordinate neighbouring states, and how these nations have resisted, asserting their sovereignty in defiance of Moscow's pressure.
In this incisive and compelling analysis of Russia's enduring imperial mindset, Donnacha Ó Beacháin sheds critical light on how history, politics and power continue to collide in Ukraine and beyond, and why breaking the cycle of domination is vital for global security. It is essential reading for grasping the complexities of the current geopolitical crisis.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Russian imperialism: waves of expansion
- 3 Post-Soviet Russia: a diminished but unrepentant empire
- 4 The first invasion of Ukraine
- 5 Russia’s full-scale invasion and Ukraine’s response
- 6 The battle for Belarus
- 7 Moldova’s drift towards Europe
- 8 Retreat from the Caucasus
- 9 Neocolonialism in Central Asia
- 10 End of empire?
- Chronology
- Notes
- Primary sources
- References
- Index