Belarus under Lukashenka

Adaptive Authoritarianism

Matthew Frear

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Routledge
30 June 2020

European history; Postwar 20th century history, from c 1945 to c 2000; Political structures: totalitarianism & dictatorship

Series: BASEES/Routledge Series on Russian and East European Studies

"This book explores the nature of the regime of Aliaksandr Lukashenka, who has ruled Belarus since 1994, and who is often characterized as ""the last dictator in Europe"". It discusses how Lukashenka came to power, providing a survey of politics in Belarus in early post-Soviet times, examines how power became personalized under his regime, and considers how he coerced opponents, whilst maintaining good popular support. The book discusses all aspects of politics, including presidential power, the ruling elites, elections, the opposition, and civil society. The author characterizes Lukashenka’s rule as ""adaptive authoritarianism"", and demonstrates how the regime’s avoidance of any ideology, even nationalism, permits great freedom of manoeuvre, enabling pragmatic adaptation to changing circumstances."

By: Matthew Frear
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9780367586294
ISBN 10: 0367586290
Series: BASEES/Routledge Series on Russian and East European Studies
Pages: 194
Publication Date: 30 June 2020
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Matthew Frear is Assistant Professor of Russian and Eurasian Politics at Leiden University, The Netherlands