The Struggle to Save the Soviet Economy

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The book explores the unexpected collapse of the Soviet economy in the late 1980s, examining the impact of Mikhail Gorbachev's economic reforms. It delves into the attempts by Gorbachev and his team to draw lessons from China's successful transition from socialism to capitalism. Despite these efforts, the study highlights the reasons behind the Soviet Union's failure to achieve similar success, offering insights into the complexities of economic reform and the unique challenges faced by the Soviet leadership.