![]() ![]() But first and foremost, it could be described as a work of practical philosophy. Some may consider it as political science others as a manifesto for true Russian democrats. H ow Do You Slay a Dragon? is not just another book about Russia’s history. A revolution against an autocracy has produced…another autocracy…followed by another revolution …followed… If Russia is to find its place as a contributor to global civilisation as it is capable of doing, then this vicious circle has to be broken. Khodorkovsky has a deep appreciation of the cyclical nature of Russian history. And like many Russians who now live abroad, he longs for the day when he can return to his country when it’s a free, democratic country. He’s discussed the country’s future with Putin himself, and with fellow inmates in prison. He’s known the best and the worst of the country. “Khodorkovsky is one of the most astute observers of today’s Russia. ![]() Stephen has also done an introduction to the book in which he describes it not just another book about Russia’s history, but practical philosophy: ![]() How Do You Slay a Dragon? with the subtitle A Manual for Start-Up Revolutionaries, was translated into English by Stephen Dalziel and is available to read and download here. His second book, entitled How Do You Slay a Dragon? ( Как убить дракона?) will be published in Russian only. You may already be familiar with his English language book, The Russian Conundrum , published by Penguin in September. Mikhail Khodorkovsky has recently published two books offering interesting ideas on post-Putin Russia. In my book How Do You Slay a Dragon? I offer this plan – a detailed breakdown of the steps that can lead us to that bright future.” “When regime change becomes possible, the country will need a ready-made plan of action. ![]() RESOURCES Newsletters / Mikhail Khodorkovsky: How Do You Slay a Dragon? ![]()
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