Suchergebnisse

This book explores the extent to which and the reasons why Russias citizens harbor feelings of nostalgia for the Soviet Union today. Based on the results of a nationwide survey and rigorous field research carried out within several of Russias regions, Dr. Sullivan uncovers material and cultural rationales for this sentiment of nostalgia which poses both an opportunity and a challenge to the Russian government. With Russian nationalism and revanchism a resurgent force in contemporary global affairs, this detailed study will interest scholars of international relations and of populist authoritarianism around the world

Examines the struggle for a national idea being waged by politicians and intellectuals; roles of the state, democrats, communists, and patriots.

Explores informal bargaining among new Russian bankers representing commercial enterprises established since 1988 as a cultural tradition. Included in a collection of articles under the overall title "Formal institutions, informal practices".

The hidden system -- Poverty -- The rich and powerful -- Drinking and drunks -- Family and friends -- Women -- Indolence and inefficiency -- Innovation and protest -- Cold and punishment -- Cheating the system -- Grand schemes and the threat of collapse -- Future delayed