{"product_id":"patriot","title":"PATRIOT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe powerful and moving memoir of a fearless political opposition leader who paid the ultimate price for his beliefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA brave and brilliant book\u003c\/em\u003e - Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharisma and courage dazzle on every page\u003c\/em\u003e - Sunday Times\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatriot\u003c\/em\u003e will be seen as a historic text\u003c\/em\u003e - Economist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatriot\u003c\/em\u003e is the exhilarating life story of one of the most fearless and inspiring figures of our time, who became a beacon to millions and the sole political threat to Vladimir Putin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Alexei Navalny's life in his own words - his Soviet childhood, political awakening, his marriage and beloved family, his total commitment to taking on a corrupt regime and his enduring love of Russia and its people. His 2020 poisoning by the Russian security services was a global news event. In 2024, he died in a brutal Siberian prison. He began writing \u003cem\u003ePatriot\u003c\/em\u003e whilst recovering from his poisoning; it ends with his prison diaries, seen here for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe witness the growth of his nationwide support. We see his many arrests and harassment and, in stunning detail, the attempt on his life. We understand why he felt he had to return to Russia. In prison, he shows a spirit and a sense of humour that cannot be crushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePatriot\u003c\/em\u003e is as dramatic as its author's life - passionate that good and freedom will prevail. It is Alexei Navalny's final letter to the world, a rousing call to continue his work, an unforgettably positive account of a life that will inspire every reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA worthy testament to Navalny's courage, defiance and humour\u003c\/em\u003e - Financial Times\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis book is a gospel\u003c\/em\u003e - Vanity Fair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInspiring, emboldening - a voice that will not be forgotten\u003c\/em\u003e - New Yorker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692326019308,"sku":"9781847927033","price":43.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781847927033.jpg?v=1725557337","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/patriot","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}