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Gulag Studies amid Rising Political Repression and War.

  • Published In: Kritika: Explorations in Russian & Eurasian History, 2025, v. 26, n. 3. P. 660 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: JOHNSON, EMILY D. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines two significant studies on the Soviet Gulag system: "The Gulag Doctors" by Dan Healey and "After the Gulag" by Tyler C. Kirk. Both works, based on extensive field research and archival materials, highlight the challenges faced by contemporary scholars in accessing historical narratives amid rising political repression in Russia. Healey's study focuses on the complexities of the medical staff within the Gulag, presenting a nuanced view of their roles, while Kirk's work explores the legacy of Gulag survivors and the efforts of the Memorial human rights network in preserving their stories. The article emphasizes the importance of these studies in understanding the historical and ongoing implications of the Gulag system in the context of current political dynamics in Russia. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Kritika: Explorations in Russian & Eurasian History. 2025/07, Vol. 26, Issue 3, p660
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1531-023X
  • DOI:10.1353/kri.2025.a969146
  • Accession Number:187583822
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