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Legacy Of State Socialism
David . Ed(S): Lane
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Description for Legacy Of State Socialism
Hardback. This volume explores the legacies of state socialism and attempts by once-communist countries to move toward a democratic, market-oriented system. International scholars consider the ways traditions interact with other factors to influence the course of social, political and economic change. Editor(s): Lane, David. Num Pages: 240 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; JPFC; JPFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 444.
Taking stock of the first decade of the transformation in the former Soviet bloc, this timely book explores the legacies of state socialism and attempts by once-communist countries to move toward a democratic, market-oriented system. Leading international scholars consider the ways traditions interact with other factors—both domestic and foreign—to influence the course of social, political, and economic change. The contributors assess the imprint of state socialism, both positive and negative, on the shape of these new societies. By analyzing the political cultures of previously socialist societies, particularly Russia, the book provides an important context for understanding the actions of political ... Read more
Taking stock of the first decade of the transformation in the former Soviet bloc, this timely book explores the legacies of state socialism and attempts by once-communist countries to move toward a democratic, market-oriented system. Leading international scholars consider the ways traditions interact with other factors—both domestic and foreign—to influence the course of social, political, and economic change. The contributors assess the imprint of state socialism, both positive and negative, on the shape of these new societies. By analyzing the political cultures of previously socialist societies, particularly Russia, the book provides an important context for understanding the actions of political ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780742517929
SKU
V9780742517929
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About David . Ed(S): Lane
David Lane is senior research associate, faculty of social and political sciences, University of Cambridge.
Reviews for Legacy Of State Socialism
If you are looking for a resource to guide you through economic and social transformations in the post-Soviet years, this might just be the book for you.
Journal of Political and Military Sociology
A distinguished book. Not only do the contributors further develop important conceptualizations about transitions from authoritarianism and postauthoritarian restructuring, but [they] also highlight important quandaries. ... Read more
Journal of Political and Military Sociology
A distinguished book. Not only do the contributors further develop important conceptualizations about transitions from authoritarianism and postauthoritarian restructuring, but [they] also highlight important quandaries. ... Read more