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The Soviet UnionThe Soviet Union at its height occupied one sixth of the world's land mass, encompassed fifteen republics, and stretched across eleven different time zones. More than twice the size of the United States, it was the great threat of the Cold War until it suddenly collapsed in 1991. Now, almost twenty years after the dissolution of this vast empire, what are we to make of its existence? Was it a heroic experiment, an unmitigated disaster, or a viable if
The Soviet Union at its height occupied one sixth of the world's land mass, encompassed fifteen republics, and stretched across eleven different time zones. More than twice the size of the United States, it was the great threat of the Cold War until it suddenly collapsed in 1991. Now, almost twenty years after the dissolution of this vast empire, what are we to make of its existence? Was it a heroic experiment, an unmitigated disaster, or a viable if flawed response to the modern world? Taking a fresh approach to the study of the Soviet Union, this Very Short Introduction blends political history with an investigation into Soviet society and culture from 1917 to 1991. Stephen Lovell examines aspects of patriotism, political violence, poverty, and ideology, and provides answers to some of the big questions about the Soviet experience. Throughout, the book takes a refreshing thematic approach to the history of the Soviet Union and it provides an up-to-date consideration of the Soviet Union's impact and what we have learnt since its end. About the Series: Combining authority with wit, accessibility, and style, Very Short Introductions offer an introduction to some of life's most interesting topics. Written by experts for the newcomer, they demonstrate the finest contemporary thinking about the central problems and issues in hundreds of key topics, from philosophy to Freud, quantum theory to Islam.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 09/01/2009
ISBN: 9780199238484
Pages: 151
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 6.80h x 4.40w x 0.50d
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★★★★★ 5
Very cute
Format: Hardcover
Very cute book. The illustrations are well done. The story line is adorable. Great for young children. Good gift for a boy or a girl.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
★★★★★ 5
So incredibly beautiful
Format: Hardcover
So sweet and such high quality paper and illustrations
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Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Must read
Format: Hardcover
This is such a sweet book. Loved the message in it.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Amazing was always!
Format: Kindle
Frieda had been my favorite author since I started reading again last year. I've read every book and they've all been amazing, this one is no exception. I was hooked immediately! She's really good at grabbing you within the first chapter lol.
So many plot twists and the ending was phenomena! I see she has another book releasing this year and I am so excited!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Another brilliant read!
Format: Kindle
I absolutely loved this book and read it in a day. The second POV towards the end of the book with Ronnie’s chapters was a refreshing change and enables the reader to understand little Teddy’s backstory. A tough beginning for sure.
I loved the high stakes throughout the book, the twists and, as always, the surprising turn of events at the end.
There were a few things I wasn’t sure about. Would Naomi have gone to the birthday party and done what she did with so much to risk? As a mother, I’m not sure it made sense and somehow it frustrated me a little. I won’t go into specifics but the hair cutting was sooo triggering!
I thought Teddy’s secret code was a clever addition to the story and ramped up the pace at the end. Really scary and I thought they’d never make it.
I think with a little more development and detail this book would have been a clear 5 star winner for me. It was almost over too soon. But I loved the premise. As a result, I gave it 4.4 stars.
It was a quick and fun read, as all Freida’s books are. She definitely is an auto-buy author. I’m obsessed!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2026
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