The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union: 1917-1991 (Longman History of Russia) de Mccauley, Martin

Paperback. Very Good.

Routledge. Used - Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Routledge. Used - Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

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Routledge, 2007-09-21. paperback. Good. 6x1x9. clean used paperback copy, highlights plus markings on the pages, no stains or stickers, fast shipping with tracking number.

Pearson/Longman, 2008. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1000grams, ISBN:9780582784659

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Routledge, 2007-09-21. Paperback. Good. Textbook, May Have Highlights, Notes and/or Underlining, BOOK ONLYNO ACCESS CODE, NO CD, Ships with Emailed Tracking

Paperback / softback. New. 'An expert in probing mafia-type relationships in present-day Russia, Martin McCauley here offers a vigorously written scrutiny of Soviet politics and society since the days of Lenin and Stalin.' John Keep, Professor Emeritus, University of Toronto. The birth of the Soviet Union surprised many; its demise amazed the whole world. How did imperial Russia give way to the Soviet Union in 1917, and why did the USSR collapse so quickly in 1991? Marxism promised paradise on earth, but the Communist Party never had true power, instead allowing Lenin and Stalin to become dictators who ruled in its name. The failure of the planned economy to live up to expectations led to a boom in the unplanned economy, in particular the black market. In turn, this led to the growth of organised crime and corruption within the government. The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union examines the strengths, weaknesses, and contradictions of the first Marxist state, and reassesses the role… Leer más

Longman Pub Group, 2007. Paperback. New. 3rd edition. 640 pages. 9.25x6.75x1.25 inches.