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The Capitalist Transformation of State Socialism

The Capitalist Transformation of State Socialism

David Lane

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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2013
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Estudios étnicos
ISBN:
9780415855105

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This book provides a broad overview of the development of state socialism, focusing especially on Russia and the countries of Eastern Europe, and including comparative material on China and other socialist countries outside Europe. It discusses how state socialism was first created, examines attempts to reform it, and explains why it collapsed.

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