Patriot

Name: Patriot
Author: Alexei Navalny

Alexei Navalny

Witness Alexei Navalny’s defiance against corruption and repression, revealing the personal cost of truth and the endurance of courage when freedom is taken.

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What's it about?

Patriot (2024) is the memoir of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, completed in prison and published after his death. It follows his early life, his campaigns against corruption, his recovery from poisoning in 2020, and his decision to return to Russia, where he was immediately arrested. The book includes his prison diaries and reflects on courage, hope, and the price of public service.

Key ideas

Patriot is Alexei Navalny's memoir, finished in prison and published after his death.
The book follows his early life and his campaigns against corruption in Russia.
He recovered from a poisoning in 2020, then chose to return to Russia, where he was arrested at once.
His prison diaries are included, giving a direct account of daily life behind bars.
Throughout, he reflects on courage, hope and the personal price of serving the public.

About the author

Alexei Navalny (1976–2024) was a Russian lawyer, anti-corruption activist, and opposition politician. He founded the Anti-Corruption Foundation and became one of the most prominent critics of the Russian government. He died in an Arctic prison in February 2024.

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What is the book Patriot by Alexei Navalny about?

Patriot is the memoir of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. It covers his early life, his campaigns against corruption, his recovery from poisoning in 2020 and his return to Russia, where he was arrested.

Who should read Patriot?

It suits readers interested in biography, modern history and stories of personal courage under pressure. Anyone curious about what public service can cost a person will find it relevant.

How long is the Durar summary of Patriot?

The Durar summary takes about 15 minutes to read or listen to. It covers the main points of Navalny's story, including his prison diaries and his reflections on courage and hope.