Science and Politics:
* The Rise and Fall of T.D. Lysenko: This book, published in 1969, is considered a classic critique of Lysenkoism, a pseudoscientific agricultural theory that dominated Soviet biology for decades.
* The Soviet Scientific Establishment: This book provides a detailed look at the organization and functioning of Soviet science during the Cold War era.
* Nuclear Disaster in the Urals: This book investigates the Kyshtym disaster, a major nuclear accident that occurred in the Soviet Union in 1957.
History and Politics:
* The Unknown Stalin: This book explores the life and legacy of Joseph Stalin, offering a more nuanced and critical perspective than previous biographies.
* The Great Terror: Stalin's Purge of the 1930s: This book analyzes the period of political repression in the Soviet Union under Stalin's rule.
* The Legacy of Chernobyl: This book examines the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster, including its political, social, and environmental impacts.
Other Works:
* The Medvedev Papers: This book is a collection of Medvedev's essays and articles on a wide range of topics.
* The Chernobyl Syndrome: This book explores the broader implications of the Chernobyl disaster, including its impact on public health, nuclear power, and the relationship between science and society.
Medvedev's work is characterized by his deep knowledge of Soviet science and politics, his commitment to intellectual honesty, and his courage in challenging official narratives. He has been a controversial figure in Russia, facing persecution and exile for his views, but his work has had a significant impact on our understanding of the Soviet Union and its history.