Figes is known for his works on Russian history, in particular "A People's Tragedy" (1996), "Natasha's Dance" (2002), "The Whisperers" (2007), "Crimea" (2010) and "Just Send Me Word" (2012).
Известен своими работами по истории России, в частности "A People’s Tragedy" («Трагедия народа», 1996), "Natasha’s Dance" («Танец Наташи», 2002) и "The Whisperers" («Шепчущие», 2007).