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The Soviet Union: A Very Short Introduction,Used
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The Soviet Union At Its Height Occupied One Sixth Of The World'S Land Mass, Encompassed Fifteen Republics, And Stretched Across Eleven Different Time Zones. More Than Twice The Size Of The United States, It Was The Great Threat Of The Cold War Until It Suddenly Collapsed In 1991. Now, Almost Twenty Years After The Dissolution Of This Vast Empire, What Are We To Make Of Its Existence? Was It A Heroic Experiment, An Unmitigated Disaster, Or A Viable If Flawed Response To The Modern World? Taking A Fresh Approach To The Study Of The Soviet Union, This Very Short Introduction Blends Political History With An Investigation Into Soviet Society And Culture From 1917 To 1991. Stephen Lovell Examines Aspects Of Patriotism, Political Violence, Poverty, And Ideology, And Provides Answers To Some Of The Big Questions About The Soviet Experience. Throughout, The Book Takes A Refreshing Thematic Approach To The History Of The Soviet Union And It Provides An Uptodate Consideration Of The Soviet Union'S Impact And What We Have Learnt Since Its End.About The Series: Combining Authority With Wit, Accessibility, And Style, Very Short Introductions Offer An Introduction To Some Of Life'S Most Interesting Topics. Written By Experts For The Newcomer, They Demonstrate The Finest Contemporary Thinking About The Central Problems And Issues In Hundreds Of Key Topics, From Philosophy To Freud, Quantum Theory To Islam.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Soviet Union: A Very Short Introduction' about? A: 'The Soviet Union: A Very Short Introduction' provides an overview of the Soviet Union, exploring its political history, society, and culture from 1917 to 1991. It addresses questions regarding its legacy and impact on the modern world.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Stephen Lovell, who examines various aspects of the Soviet experience, including patriotism, political violence, and ideology.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a wide range of topics, including the political history of the Soviet Union, cultural aspects, and significant themes such as ideology, poverty, and the societal impacts of the Soviet regime.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book has a total of 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Soviet Union: A Very Short Introduction' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is written as part of the Very Short Introductions series, which aims to provide accessible and engaging overviews of complex topics for newcomers.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 1, 2009.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: This book is in new condition.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the first edition of 'The Soviet Union: A Very Short Introduction'.
- Q: Who is the publisher of this book? A: The book is published by Oxford University Press USA.