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  1. 'The Oligarchs: Wealth and Power in the New Russia' by David E. Hoffman delves into the rise and fall of the Russian Oligarchs during the Yeltsin era, showcasing their manipulation of the new capitalist system in post-Soviet Russia. Through detailed accounts of the Oligarchs' acquisition of massive wealth and power, the book sheds light on the corruption, abuses, and major errors that characterized the period, offering insights into the political and economic landscape of Russia at that time. Hoffman's writing style captures the essence of the era, portraying a narrative filled with money, power, corruption, and the complex interplay between Oligarchs, politicians, and mobsters.

    IN THE SUMMER HEAT, the glass facade of Kursky Station loomed above the sweaty crowds. The train station hall was a monumental box of glass, concrete, and space; it was stark, modern, even utopian, an...
    February 2002
    605 pages

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    Prince of Thorns - The Broken Empire by Mark Lawrence
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    A relentless, gut-punch of a fantasy with a fascinatingly twisted antihero - brilliantly written but decidedly not for everyone. Approach with caution if you prefer your stories with hope or heroes.

    Prince of Thorns by Mark Lawrence is a dark fantasy novel that follows the journey of Prince Jorg, a young and ruthless protagonist seeking revenge in a post-apocalyptic medieval world. The story is narrated through the eyes of Jorg, a character described as a psychopath by some readers, who leads a band of outlaws on a bloody and violent quest for power and vengeance. The writing style is noted for its gritty and dark tone, with a fast-paced plot that delves into themes of brutality, survival, and the consequences of a shattered world.

    I could see some of the lads exchanging coin on their bets. The Lich Road is as boring as a Sunday sermon. It runs straight and level. So straight it gets so as you’d kill for a left turn or a right t...
    2011
    384 pages

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