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The Dilemmas of De-Stalinization by Polly Jones Pdf
Providing a comprehensive history of reform in the Khrushchev era, this book focuses specifically on social and cultural developments. It appraises how far 'Destalinization' went and whether developments in the period represented a real desire for reform, or rather an attempt to fortify the Soviet system, but on different lines.
De-Stalinising Eastern Europe by Kevin McDermott,Matthew Stibbe Pdf
This unique volume examines how and to what extent former victims of Stalinist terror from across the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe were received, reintegrated and rehabilitated following the mass releases from prisons and labour camps which came in the wake of Stalin's death in 1953 and Khrushchev's reforms in the subsequent decade.
The Khrushchev Era examines the major political, social, and economic reforms of Nikita Khrushchev, from the 'Secret Speech' and Khrushchev's limited, but at the time earth-shattering critique of Stalin, to his ill-fated reorganizations of the Communist Party, agriculture, and industry. Besides giving a factual account of the reforms themselves, Filtzer analyses the complex factors behind their failure, focussing not so much on the inadequacies of Khrushchev as a leader, as on the structural obstacles to reform within the Stalinist system itself. As such the Khruschev period is shown to contain instructive historical lessons for our understanding of Mikhail Gorbachev and his own failed perestroika.
Gorbachev's reforms in domestic and foreign policy were motivated by the overriding objective of making Soviet socialism a legitimate and viable alternative among the world community of nations. Drawing on recently opened archives, this study examines the radicalization of Gorbachev's reforms and the resistance to them from the conservatives in the party apparat and the military. Gorbachev sought to demilitarize the Soviet Union from the beginning but that process took on a more revolutionary hue as he came to understand how deeply embedded Stalinism was. He sought to continue where Lenin had left off, believing that Stalin had sidetracked and deformed Soviet socialism. Toward this end, Gorbachev redefined the image of the enemy by emphasizing common human values in international relations over class conflict, and altered the nature of the threat by stressing the primacy of economic over military competition. Gorbachev changed the terms of political discourse, and by changing the way in which the Soviet Union viewed the world, he sought to make improvements in relations with the West and to decrease the military burden of his overstretched country.
Russians: 4 in 1 Leaders of Soviet Russia 1917–1991 by A.J.Kingston Pdf
Are you interested in the fascinating history of Soviet Russia? Do you want to understand the individuals who shaped one of the most powerful nations of the 20th century? Then look no further than "Russians: 4 in 1 Leaders of Soviet Russia 1917–1991." This book offers a comprehensive examination of the lives and legacies of the four most influential leaders in Russian history: Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, and Mikhail Gorbachev. Through detailed explorations of their ideologies, policies, and the events that defined their respective tenures in power, this book provides an insightful look at the forces that shaped modern Russia. From Lenin's establishment of the Bolshevik government to Stalin's brutal purges, Khrushchev's reforms, and Gorbachev's attempts at perestroika and glasnost, each leader's impact on Soviet Russia is examined in depth. Through their stories, readers can gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the Soviet system and the challenges faced by those who sought to lead it. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Russian history, politics, or the global events of the 20th century. It is a rich and engaging exploration of the lives of the individuals who shaped one of the most powerful nations of the modern era, and their legacies that continue to resonate to this day. Order your copy of "Russians: 4 in 1 Leaders of Soviet Russia 1917–1991" today and discover the fascinating story of these four remarkable leaders.
Communism, National and International by Harold Gordon Skilling Pdf
In nine studies which make up this book Professor Skilling analyses the development of the communist systems in the various countries of Eastern Europe, with special emphasis on developments following the 22nd Congress in 1961.
Here is an essential short guide to the history of Eastern Europe under the early decades of communist rule. The study explores the communists attempt to transpose a uniform economic and social system across the region copied from the Soviet model. Dr Fowkes shows how this did not always succeed and he reveals the local variations which became more pronounced after the death of Stalin. The book includes detailed analysis of the dramatic events in Poland and Hungary and in the assessment section there is a useful summary of the strengths and weaknesses of the communist model in its heyday. It is an illuminating study, full of maps and photographs as well as over 30 documents (most previously unavailable in English) which brings this complex subject alive. and helps us to understand the special conditions the people of the region have faced in catching up with the West both in terms of material prosperity and more recently in the establishment of democratic political systems.
