Stephen F. Cohen

About the Author

Stephen F. Cohen is a distinguished historian and scholar of Russian history, renowned for his incisive analyses of Soviet politics and society. With a career spanning decades at prestigious institutions like Princeton and New York University, Cohen has dedicated his work to uncovering the human dimensions of authoritarian regimes, challenging Western misconceptions about Russia, and advocating for nuanced understanding in international relations. His seminal book, The Victims Return: Survivors of the Gulag After Stalin, draws on extensive archival research and personal testimonies to illuminate the enduring scars of Stalin's terror on those who survived the labor camps, offering profound insights into resilience and memory in post-Soviet Russia. Cohen's writings continue to influence debates on history, power, and reconciliation.