Excerpts from Russian opposition leader Navalny’s memoir show he knew he would die in prison

Alexei Navalny was a prominent opponent of corruption in Russia who tragically passed away in a remote prison while serving a long sentence. A memoir written by Navalny revealed his belief that he would die in prison, with excerpts published by The New Yorker ahead of the release of his book “Patriot.” Despite his acceptance of his fate, Navalny remained resolute in his fight against authoritarianism and corruption in Russia. The memoir also highlights his sense of humor and the challenges he faced while imprisoned. His widow, Yulia Navalnaya, expressed that the book serves as a testament to Navalny’s commitment to fighting dictatorship and hopes it will inspire others to stand up for what is right.