Intellectuals and Apparatchiks

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The book explores the collaboration between conservative Communist Party officials and Russian nationalists during the late Soviet era. It highlights how traditional Communists sought alliances with nationalists to gain support for halting reform efforts and preserving the Soviet state from impending collapse. Through this examination, the author delves into the political dynamics and motivations behind this unusual partnership, shedding light on a pivotal moment in Soviet history.