Poland¿s Place In The Soviet Bloc
Mays, Stephen The aim of this study is to arrive at a holistic understanding of Poland's place in the Soviet Bloc, 1945-1989. The study considers historical, cultural, economic, and political linkages between Poland and Russia, drawing parallels and contrasts which have shaped the destinies of both nations. It explains how Poland became part of the Soviet system, the successes and failures of the system, and how common people adapted to and eventually alter...