Accidental Czar: The Life and Lies of Vladimir Putin #[nn]

"Chapter 1: Super Spy" from *Accidental Czar: The Life and Lies of Vladimir Putin* offers a sharp, visually driven exploration of Putin’s transformation from a Cold War operative to a global power player. Written by Andrew S. Weiss and brought to life with bold, consistent art by Box Brown—pencils, inks, colors, and letters all by the same hand—the issue traces the roots of Russia’s modern political landscape, examining the legacy of its feudal past and the sudden rise of immense wealth. The cover, also by Box Brown, sets a stark, deliberate tone for the story’s unflinching look at power and perception.