Murder in the Gulag

Murder in the Gulag, by journalist John Sweeney, offers a detailed and factual account of Alexei Navalny's life and the circumstances surrounding his death in a Siberian penal colony, based on Sweeney's personal knowledge of Navalny. The book explores the broader context of repression in Russia, emphasizing the themes of political resistance and the risks faced by opposition figures. It also serves as a warning about the importance of Western support in countering authoritarian regimes.