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The Revolutionary Russian Economy, 1890-1940: Ideas, Debates and Alternatives
The Revolutionary Russian Economy 18901940 Ideas Debates and Alternatives Author:V. Barnett The pre-revolutionary Russian economy was backward and stagnant. Whatever the criticisms of the economy post-revolution, the turnaround in terms of growth and output was staggering. This book looks at the alternatives to Stalin's reform program that had such tragic outcomes. — Applying the ideas of orthodox economic theory, Marxism and also insti... more »tutionalism, the volume encourages the reader to think critically about the development of the Russian / Soviet economy, and also examines the original theories of Russian economists of the period. Intelligent writing, incisive insights and impressive originality characterise Vincent Barnett's book, which will be a valuable resource for all economic and political historians with an interest in Russia.« less