1. The sources of conflict over Ukraine; 2. New world order? 1989–1993; 3. Hope and hardship, 1994–1999; 4. Autocracy and revolution: 1999–2004; 5. Revolution and reversal, 2004–2010; 6. Viktor Yanukovych and the path to confrontation, 2010–2013; 7. From revolution to war: 2013–2015; 8. Conclusion: Ukraine, Russia, and the West: from Cold War to Cold War.
Explores the long-term dynamics of international conflict between Ukraine, Russia and the West, revealing the historic roots of a 'new Cold War'.
Paul D'Anieri is a Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside. He is author of Understanding Ukrainian Politics (2007) and Economic Interdependence in Ukrainian-Russian Relations (1999), as well as a widely-used textbook on international politics. D'Anieri is Vice President of the American Association of Ukrainian Studies.
'Who or what is responsible for the war in Ukraine and the new
crisis in the East-West relations? Paul D'Anieri is not looking for
simple answers to this seemingly simple question. His response is
rooted in the examination of the Russo-Ukrainian relations over the
past thirty years and points to profound differences in the way
Russian and Ukrainian elites understand and pursue their interests
in the post-Cold War world. A work of great erudition, this book
contributes to more than one field of study and is a must read for
anyone who is interested in the origins of the current crisis.'
Serhii Plokhy, Mykhailo S. Hrushevs'kyi Professor of Ukrainian
History, Harvard University, Massachusetts
'Uniquely balanced and rigorous in its in-depth consideration of
Ukrainian, Russian, and Western sources and perspectives,
D'Anieri's Ukraine and Russia should now be the first book one
consults when seeking to understand the nature of today's conflict
and possible paths forward.' Henry Hale, George Washington
University, Washington DC
'Paul D'Anieri's Ukraine and Russia: From Civilized Divorce to
Uncivil Conflict, provides one of the first comprehensive accounts
of Ukrainian-Russian relations after the collapse of the Soviet
Union. D'Anieri masterfully weaves theoretical arguments about the
nature of relations between states - not only Ukraine and Russia,
but also the United States and 'the West' - with his
deeply-researched historical narrative of these relations from 1989
to the present. Ambitiously, D'Anieri is not content to pick one
theory or assign blame to one country for his account, but rightly
moves his analysis between international and domestic factors to
provide a comprehensive explanation of this history. Ukraine and
Russia is a terrific read, of interest not only to social
scientists and historians, but to anyone interested in
understanding this tumultuous relationship.' Michael McFaul, author
of From Cold War to Hot Peace: A U.S. Ambassador in Putin's
Russia
'Fortunate readers get three books in one: the first major survey
to look at the long cycle of conflict between Russia and Ukraine
since 1991; a balanced assessment of this dynamic's place within
the general problems of the post-Cold War settlement; and a
fascinating debate on realist and liberal attempts to explain the
crisis.' Andrew Wilson, University College London and European
Council on Foreign Relations
'Although this book is rich in detail, it is very well laid out for
the average reader wanting to understand how this new frozen
conflict occurred. The author pulls no punches and lays out various
arguments in a straightforward manner.' Jerry Lenaburg, New York
Journal of Books
'… this volume offers a very detailed account of developments from
the 1990s to 2019, covering agreements between the two states, the
role of economic factors … this book provides a sophisticated
analysis, supported by cogent facts, to understand this troubling
conflict.' T. R. Weeks, Choice
'Why have Ukraine and Russia been unable to develop a workable
relationship since 1991? Paul D'Anieri answers this question by
examining the development of ties between Kyiv and Moscow since the
Soviet collapse, and placing them in the broader context of
Ukraine's and Russia's relations with the United States and the
European Union.' Lanxin Xiang, Russia and Eurasia
'D'Anieri takes on the elementary but heavily loaded task of
explaining 'how and why this conflict came about' (p. 2) and
delivers a non-partisan, thoughtful and thorough analysis.' Pavel
K. Baev, Journal of Peace Research
'… this intensively researched and engagingly written book is a
necessary and timely addition to the post-Cold War literature.
Scholars of IR will be indulged by D'Anieri's skilful overview of
IR theories, while policy makers will find invaluable insights into
the effective management of security dilemmas … this broadly
conceived and well-synthesized book represents interdisciplinary
scholarship at its best.' Olena Lennon, Harvard Ukrainian
Studies
'… this book is an excellent summary of the reasons underpinning
the growing frictions between Ukraine and Russia, with a special
focus on the dimension of international relations. The result of
extensive knowledge of the subject, this clear and precise read
could easily find an audience outside specialists in the field.'
Simone Attilio Bellezza, Slavonic and East European Review (review
of first edition)
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