Putin as celebrity and cultural icon:

"Though in recent months Putin's popularity has frayed at the edges, the dearth of comparably powerful and experienced political leaders in Russia leaves no doubt that he will continue to be a key political figure. During his tenure as Russia's president and subsequently as prime mini...

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Other Authors: Goscilo, Helena 1945- (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London Routledge 2014
Series:BASEES/Routledge series on Russian and East European Studies 80
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Summary:"Though in recent months Putin's popularity has frayed at the edges, the dearth of comparably powerful and experienced political leaders in Russia leaves no doubt that he will continue to be a key political figure. During his tenure as Russia's president and subsequently as prime minister, Putin transcended politics, to become the country's major cultural icon. This book examines the nature of his iconic status. It explores his public persona as glamorous hero, endowed with vision, wisdom, moral and physical strenght -the man uniquely capable of restoring Russia's reputation as global power."
Item Description:Originally published 2013
Physical Description:xix, 220 Seiten Illustrationen 24 cm
ISBN:9780415528511
9781138815742

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