In Wartime: Stories from Ukraine by Tim Judah is an incisive look into the political and economic climate in Ukraine. Whether you’re a poli sci buff or just want to stay abreast of current events, Judah’s book is a worthwhile and relevant read. He writes in a captivating manner, with interesting detail, and his paragraphs are well-researched and engaging. Judah interweaves the stories of people, dates, and events, creating a compelling nonfiction text. The book features occasional black-and-white photographs, giving an additional glimpse into the content. Judah also includes five pages of bibliograpical sources.

Judah is a reporter and political analyst for the magazine The Economist. You can watch him being interviewed by CivilNet TV below.

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