--- product_id: 18554580 title: "The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus" price: "฿174" currency: THB in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/18554580-the-last-soviet-republic-alexander-lukashenkos-belarus store_origin: TH region: Thailand --- # The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus **Price:** ฿174 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus - **How much does it cost?** ฿174 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/18554580-the-last-soviet-republic-alexander-lukashenkos-belarus) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus [Parker, Stewart] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus Review: Something Unique in its Field - Stewart Parker does not have the typical academic credentials attached to his name, but don't let that dissuade you from reading The Last Soviet Republic. This is a wonderful account of modern Belarus that provides a thorough history and a litany of citations for interested parties to review. One will come away from Parker's book with a much better understanding of the context that produced Belarus as an oddity in modern society - the last country in Eastern Europe that still has most of the structures and practices of the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact countries. This alone makes Belarus a pariah to the NATO countries in Western Europe (and the United States), but it also explains why Alexsandr Lukashenko is so wildly popular with the people of Belarus, who continue to enjoy free health care, guaranteed employment, and free education, among other socialist benefits. Rest assured, you will not find a better book covering modern Belarus. Almost all of the books in desertcart's recommended readings about Belarus fall back on stale stereotypes of Lukashenko as "Europe's last dictator," the phrase used by former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The authors may have more prestigious credentials next to their name, but these books have none of the original analysis offered in Parker's book. At some point, a more authoritative account of Belarussian history will need to be written. Parker's book is relatively short and deals more with modern Belarus than the past. However, this is the best introduction that a casual reader can get on this fascinating country that resisted the wave of counter-revolutions experienced across Eastern Europe in the 1990s. Review: The Other Side of Belarus - This book cuts through the anti-Lukashenko propaganda which is all the rage in the west these days. Taking into consideration the economic damage that has been caused by the true believers of western-style laissez faire capitalism, how can the world still believe that Lukashenko's policies are "evil?" This man has been demonized and deserves a fair assessment. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #7,121,469 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6,129 in Russian History (Books) #62,569 in European History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (15) | | Dimensions | 6 x 0.57 x 9 inches | | ISBN-10 | 1425135277 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1425135270 | | Item Weight | 12.8 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 250 pages | | Publication date | December 28, 2007 | | Publisher | Trafford Publishing | ## Images ![The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kRR7wrZUL.jpg) ![The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aB0X1cHJL.jpg) ![The Last Soviet Republic: Alexander Lukashenko's Belarus - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31EQTscueqL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Something Unique in its Field *by D***E on December 20, 2012* Stewart Parker does not have the typical academic credentials attached to his name, but don't let that dissuade you from reading The Last Soviet Republic. This is a wonderful account of modern Belarus that provides a thorough history and a litany of citations for interested parties to review. One will come away from Parker's book with a much better understanding of the context that produced Belarus as an oddity in modern society - the last country in Eastern Europe that still has most of the structures and practices of the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact countries. This alone makes Belarus a pariah to the NATO countries in Western Europe (and the United States), but it also explains why Alexsandr Lukashenko is so wildly popular with the people of Belarus, who continue to enjoy free health care, guaranteed employment, and free education, among other socialist benefits. Rest assured, you will not find a better book covering modern Belarus. Almost all of the books in Amazon's recommended readings about Belarus fall back on stale stereotypes of Lukashenko as "Europe's last dictator," the phrase used by former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The authors may have more prestigious credentials next to their name, but these books have none of the original analysis offered in Parker's book. At some point, a more authoritative account of Belarussian history will need to be written. Parker's book is relatively short and deals more with modern Belarus than the past. However, this is the best introduction that a casual reader can get on this fascinating country that resisted the wave of counter-revolutions experienced across Eastern Europe in the 1990s. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Other Side of Belarus *by P***I on January 3, 2011* This book cuts through the anti-Lukashenko propaganda which is all the rage in the west these days. Taking into consideration the economic damage that has been caused by the true believers of western-style laissez faire capitalism, how can the world still believe that Lukashenko's policies are "evil?" This man has been demonized and deserves a fair assessment. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THE LAST SOVIET REPUBLIC - ALEXANDER LUKASHENKO'S BELARUS *by M***E on December 7, 2007* Anyone who desires to learn the truth about President Alexander Lukashenko and Belarus should read this work. The author, Stewart Parker, has no "axe to grind" and presents his material in an objective and unpretentious manner. Parker's narrative is very readable and he covers his subject matter with a flowing style that helps the reader glide from chapter to chapter. I found his "matter of fact" approach, backed up by source information, to be quite enjoyable. Parker doesn't "beat you over the head." While the author does not openly side with Communism, his objective and logical presentation backed by his research puts the October Revolution, industrialization, collectivization, etc. in a more realistic and positive light than the stereotypical image presented by most western political hacks that masquerade as writers. Parker's coverage of President Lukashenko and the situation in Belarus after the dissolution of the Soviet Union is detailed and accurate. He reports on this in the main part of the book with the same objectivity, logic, and use of source materials as he does in the first one quarter of the book that is devoted to the country's history. His coverage of Belarus' social and economic systems, human rights policies, international relations, etc. is meticulous and very well presented. The sections that expose and lay bare the United States' hypocrisy and double standards regarding Belarus are worth the price of the book! I believe this is an excellent book and is MUST reading for anyone who desires to learn the truth about President Lukashenko and Belarus. It is certainly the most objective book that I've read on Belarus and Soviet history by a western author. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/18554580-the-last-soviet-republic-alexander-lukashenkos-belarus](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/18554580-the-last-soviet-republic-alexander-lukashenkos-belarus) --- *Product available on Desertcart Thailand* *Store origin: TH* *Last updated: 2026-04-30*