

Once Upon a Time in Russia
Book • 2016
This book tells the story of Boris Berezovsky and Roman Abramovich, two influential figures in post-Soviet Russia.
Berezovsky, a former mathematician, rose to prominence as a car dealer and eventually became a key figure in Russian politics.
His partnership with Abramovich, a young oil entrepreneur, led to immense wealth and power.
However, their relationship soured when Berezovsky publicly criticized Vladimir Putin, leading to his exile and eventual death.
Mezrich explores the world of Russian oligarchs, revealing a tale of corruption, power struggles, and tragic endings.
Berezovsky, a former mathematician, rose to prominence as a car dealer and eventually became a key figure in Russian politics.
His partnership with Abramovich, a young oil entrepreneur, led to immense wealth and power.
However, their relationship soured when Berezovsky publicly criticized Vladimir Putin, leading to his exile and eventual death.
Mezrich explores the world of Russian oligarchs, revealing a tale of corruption, power struggles, and tragic endings.
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