Masha Gessen
8 books
About the Author
Masha Gessen is an acclaimed Russian-American journalist, author, and activist renowned for her incisive explorations of politics, science, and human resilience in the face of authoritarianism and technological advancement. Born in Moscow and now based in the United States, Gessen has built a distinguished career chronicling the complexities of post-Soviet Russia and global issues through her sharp, unflinching prose. Her works delve into the personal and societal impacts of power structures, from the enigmatic rise of Vladimir Putin to the ethical dilemmas of genetic engineering and the solitary genius of mathematician Grigori Perelman. A dual citizen who has faced exile and threats for her outspoken criticism, Gessen continues to illuminate the intersections of individual lives and historical forces, earning her numerous awards including the Orwell Prize for political writing.
Writing style
incisive
unflinching
narrative-driven
Books by Masha Gessen
