Zero Point Ukraine - Four Essays on World War II

Olena Stiazhkina's Four Essays on World War II analyze the mobilization measures on the eve of the war and reconsiders Soviet narratives on them, outlining how mobilization and militarization became integral parts of Soviet politics. The Kremlin uses Soviet and post-Soviet Russian narratives of World War II to justify its aggressive policies towards democratic countries, engaging in falsification of the past to underpin claims of a so-called Russian World and its ongoing war against Ukraine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 262 pages
Publication date: 17 December 2021
Publisher: ibidem-Verlag, Jessica Haunschild u Christian Schon

Olena Stiazhkina's Four Essays on World War II delve into the intricate tapestry of Ukrainian history during the Second World War, seamlessly integrating it into a broader European and global narrative. Through a comprehensive analysis, she delves into the mobilization measures taken on the eve of the war, challenging Soviet narratives and offering fresh perspectives. Stiazhkina's scrutiny of the social and political processes initiated by the Bolshevik leadership in the 1920s and 1930s reveals how mobilization and militarization became integral components of Soviet politics.

In contemporary times, the Kremlin employs Soviet and post-Soviet Russian narratives of World War II to justify its aggressive policies toward numerous democratic countries. Russia's actions include falsifying historical facts to reinforce claims of a so-called "Russian World" and its ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

Against this backdrop, Olena Stiazhkina presents a groundbreaking new understanding of the events that transpired in Ukraine before, during, and after World War II. Her work sheds light on the complex web of factors that shaped the country's history, providing a deeper appreciation of the challenges and triumphs that shaped its path to the present.

Through her meticulous research and insightful analysis, Stiazhkina offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of World War II and its enduring impact on the world. Her work serves as a reminder of the importance of historical accuracy, empathy, and understanding in navigating the complex and often fraught historical narratives of our past.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 148 x 210 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783838215501