Andrew Kudin is a Ukrainian writer and publicist, author of a number of books and articles. He graduated from the Kiev University in 1989 and became a Doctor of Philosophy in 1995.

Andrew Kudin has always criticized the existing political regime in Ukraine. In the fall of 1997 without any accusation or proper legal proceedings he was arrested and put to jail. However, at the demand of the public the authorities had to admit the unlawful actions of the law enforcement bodies and release the writer.

In his book How to Survive in Prison Andrew Kudin shows the real face of the Ukrainian regime that claims to be democratic. The author poses serious questions like How come the population of Ukraine has decreased by 3 million during the first three years of president Kuchma’s office? A. Kudin proves that the genocide against its own people is part of the government’s policy and there is only one step left to a new dictatorship in Ukraine.

How to Survive in Prison is also interesting from a psychological point of view. It is the work of a writer in full control of his material. He gives a psychological analysis of the crime and motives of the people behind bars.

Andrew Kudin believes in Man and His high destination. He is sure that everyone is able to walk his path with honor and dignity.