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- Title
Bread and Autocracy: Food, Politics, and Security in Putin's Russia.
- Authors
Wegren, Stephen
- Abstract
This book, titled "Bread and Autocracy: Food, Politics, and Security in Putin's Russia," argues that food supply is a crucial factor in Russian politics and national security. It explores the historical context of food policy in Russia, highlighting the chronic problem of food shortages and the political ramifications they have had. The book also examines the role of the state in food policy, emphasizing its central position in trade, subsidies, and agricultural science. While the book provides a comprehensive overview of food politics in Russia, some limitations include a lack of discussion on state capacity and policies benefiting rural households, as well as an inaccurate portrayal of Putin's goal to end food imports. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for understanding the connection between food and politics in Russia.
- Subjects
RUSSIA; PUTIN, Vladimir Vladimirovich, 1952-; PRACTICAL politics; FOOD security; INDUSTRIAL policy; NUTRITION policy; BREAD
- Publication
Russian Review, 2024, Vol 83, Issue 2, p331
- ISSN
0036-0341
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/russ.12604