The Mythologies of Capitalism and the End of the Soviet Project

More about the book

Focusing on post-Soviet transformations, Olga Baysha explores the disconnect between the visions of marketization and democratization held by intellectuals and working-class citizens in the late USSR. By applying postcolonial, poststructural, and globalization theories, the author delves into the complexities of these societal shifts, offering insights into the differing expectations and realities faced during this pivotal historical period.