The Gutta-Percha Man. A Brief History of Russian Stresses

In the new edition, the famous economist and columnist Yakov Mirkin examines models of Russian collective and family behavior during wars, revolutions, reforms, repressions, and crises. 

What are the peculiarities of our psychology: how do we respond to risks and challenges over the course of 300 years? 

What reaction to stress from the classic triad "Run, Freeze, Fight" do we choose? 

What personal and family strategies can be applied in Russia for economic growth and prosperity in the future? 

A whole gallery of historical figures will unfold before the readers — emperors, commanders, politicians, scientists, cultural figures. 

The behavior of each of them is an example of a certain reaction to stress. 

This book is a fascinating attempt to explain the history and modernity of Russia from the perspective of the psychology of the masses and leaders. 

The book has made it to the long list of the prestigious literary prize "Prosveshchenie".