
Stalin and His Books
The Eurasian Knot
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Stalin's Reading Habits and Favorite Authors
This chapter explores Stalin's favorite authors, his engagement with history, and his reading habits. They discuss the recently published book 'Stalin's Library, A Dictator and His Books' by Jeffrey Roberts, which uncovers his annotations and provides insights into his thoughts. The speakers also discuss the limitations of using someone's library to understand their entire life.
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