Stephen Grootes and Pieter du Toit, author and assistant editor at News24, delve into David Remnick’s Lenin’s Tomb: The Last Days of the Soviet Empire, offering sharp reflections on the book’s enduring relevance. They highlight how Remnick, now editor of The New Yorker, masterfully documents the collapse of the USSR through vivid storytelling and on-the-ground reporting. Their review draws parallels between the Soviet Union’s disintegration and modern political shifts, making it a thought-provoking read for today’s audience.
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