Bandits, Gangsters and the Mafia: Russia, the Baltic States and the CIS since 19

Description: Bandits, Gangsters and the Mafia by Martin McCauley Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description An account of the decade in which Russia moved from communism to capitalism in one leap. Martin McCauley examines the period through the prism of government, and looks at the military, police, security and intelligence services. Relations between Moscow and the regions, industry, agriculture, social policy and foreign policy are also explored. Publisher Description `Martin McCauley is one of the few authorities writing in English who understands the shocking scale and range of the cancer of post-Soviet crime. His book is both important and frightening. He shows in masterful fashion how violence and corruption have become as important to the Russian system as the politics from which they are not always distinguishable. John Simpson, World Affairs Unit BBCEvery businessman is a roving bandit. He is always on the lookout for something to steal. During the 1990s the roving bandits, big business or the oligarchs stole Russia. They gained influence over President Yeltsin and his government and gradually shaped policy in their own interests.`Bandits, Gangsters and the Mafia is about the extraordinary decade which saw Russia move from communism to capitalism in one huge leap. The result was misery for most of the people but immense riches for a few.As the new regime of Putin takes hold, Martin McCauley presents the only full explanation of why Russia took the course it did in the preceding decade.Martin McCauley is a world expert on Russian affairs, frequently commenting for television and the media.His many books include `The Soviet Union, 1917-1991. Author Biography Martin McCauley is a specialist on the region and has published more than 20 books on the former Soviet Union and East Germany. He frequently appears as a commentator on regional issues on radio and TV in the UK and the US, and also acts as an investment consultant for companies considering investment in Russia, Eastern Europe and the Baltic States. Details ISBN 0582357640 ISBN-13 9780582357648 Title Bandits, Gangsters and the Mafia Author Martin McCauley Format Paperback Year 2001 Pages 472 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:626427; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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