《Patriot》是 Alexei Navalny 生前親筆撰寫的生命記錄。本書從他的政治啟蒙寫起，談到與家人的深厚連結、在公共領域的投入，以及多次遭受拘捕與監控的經歷。他並未以激昂語氣敘述，而是以平穩、直接的方式，呈現身為丈夫、行動者與被囚者的各種心境。書末收錄的獄中日記，更讓讀者看見他在極端環境中維持觀察與思考的能力。閱讀本書，能感受到他對自由與國家前途的持續關切，也能從中理解一位公共人物如何在壓力之下保持清醒與幽默。Patriot is the unforgettable life story of one of the most fearless and inspiring figures of our time.Alexei Navalny’s poisoning in 2020 by the Russian security services was a global news event. In 2024 he died in a brutal Arctic prison. He began writing Patriot whilst recovering from his poisoning; it ends with his secret prison diaries.HUSBANDHe was a beacon to millions and became the sole political threat to Vladimir Putin. This is his life in his own words: his political awakening, his marriage and beloved family, his total commitment to taking on a corrupt regime and his enduring love of Russia and its people.PRISONERWe witness his message of hope gain nationwide support, his many arrests and harassment, and the incredible attempt on his life. We understand why he felt he
