For many, Russia's political influence far exceeds its weight in the global economy. Richard Connolly demonstrates that in fact Russia's economy affords it global power, and explores how its socialist past has shaped its economic system into a unique blend of state and market.
The biography of St. Rita of Cascia, O.S.A., is recognized as a significant historical work, now preserved for contemporary readers through modern retyping, revision, and reformatting. This edition ensures clarity and readability, as it is not derived from scanned copies, making it accessible for both current and future audiences interested in her life and legacy.
The book examines the differing political developments in post-socialist Eastern Europe nearly two decades after socialism's collapse. It explores the idea that societies vary based on how well they manage competitive economic, political, social, and cultural tendencies through transparent, rule-based processes. By analyzing these dynamics, the author seeks to explain the divergent paths taken by these nations in their political evolution.
The first in-depth scholarly analysis of the effects of Western sanctions, and Russia's response on the Russian economy.