Download or read book AVPS World History Series The Rise and Fall of Soviet Communism written by and published by Social Studies. This book was released on 2007 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union written by Laurie Stoff and published by Greenhaven Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2006 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a collection of primary and secondary documents offering varying opinions on the Soviet Union.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union written by John R. Matthews and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the history of the Soviet Union, from the revolution of 1917, through the Lenin and Stalin eras and the rule of such leaders as Khrushchev, Brezhnev, and Gorbachev, up to the formal dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union written by Richard Sakwa and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-17 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the history of the Soviet Union, from the revolution of 1917, through the Lenin and Stalin eras and the rule of such leaders as Khrushchev, Brezhnev, and Gorbachev, up to the formal dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of Communism in Russia written by Robert V. Daniels and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Distinguished historian of the Soviet period Robert V. Daniels offers a penetrating survey of the evolution of the Soviet system and its ideology. In a tightly woven series of analyses written during his career-long inquiry into the Soviet Union, Daniels explores the Soviet experience from Karl Marx to Boris Yeltsin and shows how key ideological notions were altered as Soviet history unfolded. The book exposes a long history of American misunderstanding of the Soviet Union, leading up to the "grand surprise" of its collapse in 1991. Daniels's perspective is always original, and his assessments, some worked out years ago, are strikingly prescient in the light of post-1991 archival revelations. Soviet Communism evolved and decayed over the decades, Daniels argues, through a prolonged revolutionary process, combined with the challenges of modernization and the personal struggles between ideologues and power-grabbers.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union written by Michael Kort and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of the Soviet Union which begins with the conditions leading up to the revolution of 1917 and concludes with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.
Download or read book The Rise and Demise of World Communism written by George W. Breslauer and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021-08-04 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A concise, readable, and novel interpretation of the history of communist states. Sixteen states came to be ruled by communist parties during the 20th century. One, the Soviet Union, was geographically the largest nation in the world and a superpower. Another, China, had the world's largest population. At communism's high point, its adherents envisioned global triumph. Today, however, only five communist regimes remain in power. Why? In The Rise and Demise of World Communism, George Breslauer, a specialist who has spent decades observing the evolution of communist states, provides a sweeping history of the world communist movement, focusing in particular on what communist states shared in common and why they began to differ from each other over time. Throughout, Breslauer explores the relations among communist states as well as the relations between those states and the world of increasingly affluent, and militarily formidable, democratic-capitalist powers. He finds that these regimes all came to power in the context of warfare or its aftermath, followed by the consolidation of power by a revolutionary elite that valued "revolutionary violence" as the preferred means to an end, based upon Marx's vision of apocalyptic revolution and Lenin's conception of party organization. As Breslauer shows, all these regimes went on to "build socialism" according to a Stalinist template and were initially dedicated to "anti-imperialist struggle" as members of a world communist movement. But their common features gave way to diversity, difference, and defiance after the death of Joseph Stalin in 1953. For many reasons, and in many ways, those differences soon blew apart the world communist movement and eventually led to the collapse of European communism. Even though a few communist regimes still remain in power, the dream of world communism is dead. But the future of the remaining communist regimes is uncertain. An accessible history of one of the most important political phenomena of the past 150 years, The Rise and Demise of World Communism provides readers with a crisp account of the entire movement--from the theories of Marx and Lenin to the on-the-ground policies of Stalin, Mao, Gorbachev, Deng, and other communist leaders-that culminates in our own era.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union written by Martin Mccauley and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-01-14 with total page 623 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: '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 of power, authority and legitimacy in Soviet politics. Including first-person accounts, anecdotes, illustrations and diagrams to illustrate key concepts, McCauley provides a seminal history of twentieth-century Russia.
Download or read book The Collapse of the Soviet Union written by Andrew Langley and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2006-07 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At midnight on December 31, 1991, the flag of the Soviet Union came down for the last time, signaling the end of Soviet power and the end of the communist dream. After the Russian Revolution of 1917, Soviet leaders had aimed to establish communism throughout the world. But early idealism turned to dictatorship, fueling the long, terrifying stalemate of the Cold War. By 1989, the Soviet Union was tottering, unable to control its own inhabitants or compete with the West. Its collapse changed global politics forever.
Download or read book A Brief History of Communism written by Anatole Konstantin and published by Konstantin Memoirs. This book was released on 2017-10-27 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the 100th anniversary of the Russian Revolution in 1917, it is important to understand how a small band of Communists was able to take over a country of 150 million, and how, seventy-four years later, the huge Soviet Empire they had created, was exploded by three inebriated men.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the USSR written by Mike Donovan and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-14 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a short, first edition of a book that will be sure to grow. Part I is a series of pieces about Soviet History, and Part II is called "Responses to Soviet Propaganda," which I wrote in 1988, just before the fall of Communism. This is not yet a comprehensive history of the Soviet Union, but future editions may change that picture. I am a stand-up comedian and a life-long student of the USSR.
Download or read book The Collapse of the Soviet Union Updated Edition written by Susan Darraj and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2021-09-01 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dissolution of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on December 31, 1991, stunned the world. The communist empire-which had been a dominant force in global politics for 74 years, influencing world events from World War II to issues of nuclear weapons and defense-was suddenly gone. Illustrated with full-color and black-and-white photographs, and accompanied by a chronology, bibliography, and further resources, The Collapse of the Soviet Union, Updated Edition highlights major events in Soviet history, such as the rise of communism in Russia, the terror and expansionist policies of Joseph Stalin, the election of Mikhail Gorbachev, the explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, and the rivalry between Gorbachev and Boris Yeltsin as a new, more democratic Russia emerged from the ashes of the Soviet Union. Historical spotlights and excerpts from primary source documents are also included.
Download or read book USSR written by A J Kingston and published by . This book was released on 2023-05-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the captivating story of the Soviet Union with our book bundle "USSR: 1917-1991: The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union." Immerse yourself in the dramatic events, ideologies, and personalities that shaped one of the most significant political entities of the 20th century. This comprehensive collection takes you on an insightful journey through the key periods and transformative moments in Soviet history. Book 1: "Building the Socialist State: Industrialization and Collectivization in the USSR (1921-1932)" explores the early years of the Soviet Union, a time of immense ambition and radical transformation. Dive into the efforts to industrialize a vast nation and witness the controversial implementation of collectivization, as the Soviet Union strives to build a socialist society. In Book 2: "Cold War Chronicles: The USSR and the United States in the Nuclear Age (1945-1962)," experience the intense rivalry and global tensions that defined the Cold War era. Uncover the intricate dynamics between the Soviet Union and the United States as they engaged in a high-stakes ideological struggle, nuclear arms race, and proxy conflicts. Book 3: "Thawing the Iron Curtain: The Soviet Union's Era of Destalinization and Khrushchev's Reforms (1953-1964)" takes you through a period of significant change within the Soviet Union. Witness the de-Stalinization campaign led by Nikita Khrushchev and the subsequent thawing of political and cultural restrictions, challenging the status quo and setting the stage for a new era. Finally, in Book 4: "Perestroika and the Collapse of the Soviet Empire: Gorbachev's Reforms and the End of the USSR (1985-1991)," witness the remarkable rise of Mikhail Gorbachev and his ambitious reform agenda. Explore the profound changes brought about by perestroika and glasnost, and the subsequent unraveling of the Soviet Union that marked the end of an era. This book bundle provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the Soviet Union's history, taking you on a journey through its rise, its role on the global stage, and its eventual collapse. It delves into the grand ambitions, ideological struggles, and human stories that shaped this complex and enigmatic nation. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a student of political science, or simply curious about the fascinating story of the Soviet Union, this book bundle is an invaluable resource. Gain a deeper understanding of the political, social, and cultural forces that shaped the Soviet Union and its impact on the world. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating story of the Soviet Union. Order the "USSR: 1917-1991: The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union" book bundle today and embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the most compelling chapters in modern history.
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of Communism written by Archie Brown and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 743 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published to coincide with the twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall — a definitive and ground-breaking account of the revolutionary ideology that changed the modern world. The inexorable rise of Communism was the most momentous political phenomenon of the first half of the twentieth century. Its demise in Europe and its decline elsewhere have produced the most profound political changes of the last few decades. In this illuminating book, based on forty years of study and a wealth of new sources, Archie Brown provides a comprehensive history as well as an original and highly readable analysis of an ideology that has shaped the world and still rules over a fifth of humanity. A compelling new work from an internationally renowned specialist,The Rise and Fall of Communismpromises to be the definitive study of the most remarkable political and human story of our times. From the Hardcover edition.
Download or read book Rise and Fall of Soviet Communism written by and published by Social Studies. This book was released on with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union 1917 1991 written by Richard Sakwa and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rise And Fall Of Communism written by Richard H Hudelson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-06-21 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writing this book has been a rewarding but challenging experience. Along the way I• have had the helpful comments and criticisms of a number of friends and colleagues. Pat Maus, Susanna Frenkel, Kit Christensen, and Carl Ross read the entire manuscript. Steve Chilton, Milan Kovacovic, and .Marina Rumyantseva read parts of it. They and the reviewers for Westview Press have weeded out many errors and forced me to think through a number of difficult points. The errors and confusions that remain do so in spite of their best efforts. I thank them all. I would also like to thank Spencer Carr of Westview Press for his support of this project and for his editorial suggestions, which resulted in major improvements. Finally, thanks to Jean Vileta for her editorial assistance in preparing the manuscript for publication.
