The author traces the evolution of the Soviet political system from its origins in 1917 to the present day. He shows how power has rarely been devolved outside a particularly tightly-knit ruling elite. Special emphasis is placed on the experience of the peasantry, urban workers and professionals.
- ISBN13 9780006862871
- Publish Date 8 October 1992 (first published 14 March 1985)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Imprint Fontana Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 576
- Language English
- URL http://harpercollins.co.uk