Russian Path Dependence: A People with a Troubled History

by Stefan Hedlund

Book Overview

Russia's transition to a market economy has been tortuous to say the least. However, this book argues that the arguments and counter-arguments that pitch shock therapy against gradualism are wide of the mark and quite pointless.
Indeed, the reasons for the warped outcomes can actually be traced back through the long sweep of Russian history. Decisions made in the distant past can fully influence policy- making in the present. Hedlund's thesis...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 041565159X
• ISBN13: 9780415651592
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 398 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"