Alexei Navalny's posthumous memoir 'Patriot' was released globally, detailing his life, activism, and imprisonment in Russia. Navalny began writing his memoir after surviving a poisoning attempt and worked on it until his death in captivity last year. The book reveals his critiques of Russian politics, his personal reflections, and topped Amazon's bestseller list upon release.
The posthumous memoir of Russian dissident
Alexei Navalny, titled 'Patriot: A Memoir', was released globally on Tuesday.
Known for his opposition to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Navalny started crafting his story after surviving a poisoning attempt in 2020.
The memoir details his youth, activism against Putin's regime, and his personal life.
Navalny continued working on the manuscript until his passing at the age of 47, following his detention in a Russian penal colony on extremism charges.
The memoir includes his foresight of dying in captivity, his critiques of Russia’s corruption, and his love for his wife, Yulia Navalnaya.
His death in February drew global condemnation, many attributing it to Putin.
Published excerpts reveal Navalny’s humor and resilience amidst adversity, emphasizing his belief in standing up for personal convictions.
'Patriot' has gained significant attention worldwide and topped Amazon's bestseller list.