Bradley Gorski

Bradley Gorski, a literary and culture scholar, dives into the dramatic shifts in Russian literature post-Soviet Union. He discusses the explosion of new publishers in the 1990s and the emergence of the bestseller phenomenon, which reshaped literary themes. Gorski highlights the unexpected rise of women-led detective novels and critiques the market's leaning towards illiberal narratives, showcasing the controversial career of Zakhar Prilepin, a once-celebrated author now entwined with nationalism. His insights illuminate the complex interplay between culture and capitalism.