Modernising Lenin's Russia

Discover the transformative era of Lenin's Russia in Modernising Lenin's Russia by Anthony Heywood, published by Cambridge University Press in 2006. This insightful book spans 364 pages, offering a thorough reassessment of Bolshevik attitudes towards economic modernization and foreign economic relations during Lenin's leadership.

Heywood delves into the pivotal decision to import extensive railway equipment, a crucial step aimed at achieving rapid economic progress. Additionally, the book uncovers the significant scale of Bolshevik business dealings with the capitalist West in the aftermath of the Revolution. This compelling analysis not only sheds light on the economic strategies of the time but also enriches our understanding of the complex dynamics between the Soviet Union and Western powers.

Ideal for historians and enthusiasts of economic history, Modernising Lenin's Russia is a must-read for anyone interested in the historical forces that shaped modern Europe and the former Soviet Union.