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Anne Applebaum's groundbreaking book delves into the horrors of the Soviet camps, revealing the extensive system responsible for countless deaths during the twentieth century. Drawing on a wealth of memoirs, writings, and original research, the author provides a fully documented history of the camp system from its origins under the tsars to its collapse during the era of glasnost. This monumental work offers a comprehensive examination of the Soviet camps, shedding light on their colossal expansion under Stalin's reign of terror and their lasting impact on history.

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736