Spufford, Francis
Red Plenty
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571225248
- author:
- Spufford, Francis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.6 x 3.4 cm
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Red Plenty is a fascinating account of the Soviet Union's brief period of economic prosperity in the late 1950s. Francis Spufford explores the era when, under Nikita Khrushchev's leadership, the country seemed poised for greatness, with ambitious plans for scientific and technological advancement. The book delves into the lives of the scientists who worked tirelessly to make these dreams a reality, and the complex web of politics and ideology that drove their efforts. Spufford's narrative is both engaging and thought-provoking, shedding light on a pivotal moment in modern history. Through this story, Spufford sheds light on the tensions between the idealism of the Soviet planners and the harsh realities of the communist system, revealing a nuanced and intriguing chapter in the history of the Soviet Union.
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