Routledge - The Food Revolution In The Soviet Union And Eastern Europe

Explore a groundbreaking analysis of the connection between food and politics in Eastern Europe. This book by Robert Deutsch represents the first study in the Western world to examine how food availability impacts political structures in Comecon countries. Deutsch examines the modernization process through the lens of consumer demand. He argues that communist leaders increasingly view the ability to satisfy the needs of their citizens as a way to maintain political stability and preserve their power. This study provides a deep look into the social forces driving these changes, specifically focusing on the expanded working class. As the working class grows, their willingness to defer consumer demands decreases, creating a new dynamic in the relationship between the state and the people. This text is an essential resource for readers interested in business and economic history, political science, and the social evolution of the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe.