Khrushchev's Slush. Soviet State in 1953-1964
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Khrushchev's Slush. Soviet State in 1953-1964
19.99 €
15.99 €
When we hear about any state, our memory immediately draws the image of the current or former head of state. This is how human society works: the head of the country is the guarantor of the nation's welfare, the first support and the last hope. That's why so much is known about the rulers of Russia and the supreme figures of the USSR. Nikita Khrushchev is a rare dark horse in this row. Who is he - a shallow simpleton, a power-hungry upstart or a talentless leader? How did he gain and retain power with such monstrous mistakes in the leadership of the country? What did he leave for posterity, except for the well-known high-rise buildings and the epic with corn? The book provides little-known facts about economic experiments, foreign policy zigzags, imposed doctrines and situations of Khrushchev's time. Controversial decrees, the development of virgin lands, the transfer of Crimea to Ukraine, the rehabilitation of accomplices of fascism, bowing to the West... The aggravation of old problems and the emergence of new ones resembled the exuberant growth of corn. What is it - ambition, absurdity or sabotage? The author familiarizes the reader with unexpected archival information and other research findings. The publication is characterized by scrupulous study of the material, thoughtful approach and serious analysis of the historical context. The book is devoted to the crucial decade of the Soviet era and covers the problems of that time, the underhanded struggle in power, the decisions made, and most importantly, the history of the change in the ideology of the party: the rejection of Stalin's course and Leninist principles, the discrediting of Stalin and his ideas, the harassment of supporters and followers. Recommended for all those born in the USSR and their children.
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