Is Vladimir Putin nuts? Has he drunk too much Russian vodka? Does he truly hate America? Do the people he presides over truly hate America? This book analyzes modern anti-Americanism in Russia during the era of Vladimir Putin. The main objective is to evaluate Vladimir Putin's anti-Americanism and the domestic political implications of Putinist anti-Americanism within Russia. Contents: Putin's Evolving Anti-Americanism Putin's Hybrid-authoritarian Machine Implications of Russians' Anti-Ame...

In the latter part of March, 1917, a message from the Navy Department came to me at Newport, where I was stationed as president of the Naval War College, summoning me immediately to Washington. The international atmosphere at that time was extremely tense, and the form in which these instructions were cast showed that something extraordinary was impending. The orders directed me to make my visit as unostentatious as possible; to keep all my movements secret, and, on my arrival in Washingto...

PUTIN: The History of the Reign & The Shape-Shifting Strategy offers a profound exploration into the political dynamics and strategic maneuvers that have defined Vladimir Putin's tenure as a global leader. The anthology traverses a rich array of perspectives and literary forms, from analytical historical essays to contemporary geopolitical assessments. This collection situates itself at the intersection of political science and international relations, emphasizing the multifaceted nature o...

Hello, Stone! Hello, Bob! By George, but I'm glad to see you! "Hello, Glass, you old sinner, I can just imagine you've led those dear old aunts of yours a lively life the last two weeks." "You'll win, Stone, but you ought to get them to tell you about it; ha, ha, ha! the dear old ladies never dropped once." Explosively enthusiastic greetings were exchanged between three stalwart young men in the Union Station, Chicago, on the twentieth of September, of the year nineteen hundred and somethi...

“Father,” said Ralph Osborn, looking up from the book he had been reading, “I want to go to the Naval Academy.” “Why, Ralph, how did you happen to think of that?” asked his father putting down his paper and giving to the earnest youth at his side his sympathetic attention; “what has attracted you to the naval life?” “Father, you’ve always talked about my going to college and studying to be a lawyer. I’d much rather be a naval officer than a lawyer, and besides I don’t see how you can affor...

PUTIN: The History of the Reign & The Shape-Shifting Strategy gathers strategic, historical, and institutional perspectives on Vladimir Putin's rule, examining the evolution of power, statecraft, and geopolitical adaptation in contemporary Russia. Its range is less literary in the conventional sense than documentary and analytical: policy assessment, naval and defense-oriented inquiry, and biographical-historical interpretation converge to illuminate how a political persona becomes a gover...

The Story of Putin is a thought-provoking anthology that brings together an eclectic mix of essays, analysis, and narratives from a diverse array of contributors, offering a multifaceted exploration of one of the most influential figures on the global stage. This collection traverses a variety of literary styles, from in-depth policy analysis to narrative storytelling, situating Vladimir Putin's influence within the broader context of contemporary geopolitical discourse. Noteworthy essays ...

This timely anthology, 'Vladimir Putin: Authoritarianism and Anti-Americanism,' explores the intricate and often turbulent relationship between Russian governance under Putin's regime and its anti-American stance. Through a diverse range of literary styles, from analysis to official documentation, this collection offers a comprehensive examination of the geopolitical strategies and ideological machinations that define Putin's Russia. Notable pieces within the collection uncover the mechani...

The Story of Putin offers a compact yet consequential study of political biography, strategic culture, and the making of modern authoritarian power. Drawing on documentary, analytical, and institutional modes of writing, the volume situates Vladimir Putin within the post-Soviet transformation of Russia, the legacy of security-state governance, and the geopolitical pressures that reshaped relations between Russia and the West. Its significance lies in connecting personal narrative to broade...

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Vladimir Putin: Authoritarianism and Anti-Americanism gathers analytical perspectives on the ideological, strategic, and rhetorical foundations of contemporary Russian power. Framed by questions of authoritarian governance, nationalist legitimacy, and opposition to American influence, the volume examines how Putin-era politics have reshaped domestic institutions and international alignments. Its style is policy-oriented yet scholarly, combining historical interpretation, strategic assessme...

The purpose of this textbook is to present the elements of applied aerodynamics and aeronautical engineering which relate directly to the problems of flying operations. All Naval Aviators possess a natural interest in the basic aerodynamic factors which affect the performance of all aircraft. Due to the increasing complexity of modern aircraft, this natural interest must be applied to develop a sound understanding of basic engineering principles and an appreciation of some of the more adva...