William Taubman

Political scientist and author

William Taubman - Political scientist and author
Born

November 13th, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An American political scientist, contributed extensively to the understanding of Soviet politics and history. Authored several influential works that analyzed the dynamics of power within the Soviet regime. The book 'Khrushchev: The Man and His Era' received significant acclaim and was awarded the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Biography or Autobiography. Engaged in academia, teaching at institutions such as Amherst College and the University of Massachusetts.

Authored 'Khrushchev: The Man and His Era'

Received the Pulitzer Prize for Biography

Analyzed Soviet politics and history

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