Bücher von Donald (University of East London) Filtzer

The first detailed study of the standard of living of ordinary Russians following World War II examines urban living conditions under the Stalinist regime, tracing how the absence of an adequate urban infrastructure affected peoples' daily lives and the relationship between the Stalinist regime and the Russian people.

In this major archive-based study of industry and labour during late Stalinism, Filtzer reveals the central role which control over workers' living standards and behaviour played in the restoration of the Stalinist system after World War II. A subtle, compelling book, of interest to all scholars of Russian history.

A comprehensive analysis of the role of labour policy in the development and ultimate collapse of Gorbachev's reforms. Filtzer argues that initially perestroika was designed to modernize the Soviet economy while keeping the existing political and property relations of society intact, requiring a thorough restructuring of the labour process within Soviet industry.