The New Tsar: The Rise and Reign of Vladimir Putin

The New Tsar: The Rise and Reign of Vladimir Putin by Steven Lee Myers is a definitive, deeply researched biography of one of the most powerful and enigmatic leaders of the modern era.

Drawing on hundreds of interviews and years of reporting from Russia, Myers traces Putin's journey from a KGB officer in the shadows of the Soviet Union to the undisputed ruler of the world's largest country. This is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand Russia's place in today's geopolitical landscape.