New Trends in Russian Political Mentality : Putin 3.0

This book examines recent political and psychological changes in Russian society during Vladimir Putin's third term.

Instability in 2011-2012 and new domestic and international contexts make this a unique period in the post-Soviet political history of Russia.

This volume focuses on popular perceptions of Russian politics during a new electoral cycle, in particular views of political power, institutions, and leaders.

The contributors to this collection describe, and interpret recent political trends in Russian society by utilizing unique methodologies used for over twenty years, allowing results to be compared over time.