The first socialist society : a history of the Soviet Union from within
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Physical Desc
527 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm
Language
English

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General Note
London ed. published: A history of the Soviet Union. London : Fontana Press/Collins, 1985.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 489-509) and index.
Description
Describes the changes in the character of Soviet life from 1917 to the present, showing us how the ideas of Marxism have been transformed by unique political and economic circumstances. Discusses the experience of peasants and urban workers and professionals; the interaction of Soviet autocrats with the people; the role of religion, law and education in Soviet society; and the significance of various national groups.
Awards
Los Angeles Times Book Prize for History, 1986
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SACFinal081324

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Hosking, G. A. (1985). The first socialist society: a history of the Soviet Union from within . Harvard University Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hosking, Geoffrey A. 1985. The First Socialist Society: A History of the Soviet Union From Within. Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hosking, Geoffrey A. The First Socialist Society: A History of the Soviet Union From Within Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press, 1985.

Harvard Citation (style guide)

Hosking, G. A. (1985). The first socialist society: a history of the soviet union from within. Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Hosking, Geoffrey A. The First Socialist Society: A History of the Soviet Union From Within Harvard University Press, 1985.

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