Description
Masha Gessen’s The Man Without a Face is a compelling and meticulously researched political biography that tracks Vladimir Putin’s unlikely ascent from an obscure KGB analyst to the powerful and enigmatic leader of modern Russia. Drawing on interviews with Putin’s associates and deep archival work, Gessen paints a multifaceted portrait of the man behind the myth. The narrative explores Putin’s formative years in Leningrad, his rise through the intelligence services, and the early power plays that defined his presidency. With clear, eloquent prose and rigorous analysis, the book also situates Putin's trajectory within broader political and cultural shifts in post–Soviet Russia. Perfect for readers over 18, this book blends gripping storytelling with incisive political insight.
- Book Cover Type: Paperback
- Pages: 368
- Persian Title: کتاب مرد بدون چهره اثر ماشا گسن
- ISBN: 9786225638112
