Algebra of Soviet Power - Elite Circulation in the Belorussian Republic 1966-86

Klappentext In An Algebra of Soviet Power! Michael Urban adopts a fresh approach and introduces into the field of political elite studies the sociological technique of vacancy chain analysis. Zusammenfassung In An Algebra of Soviet Power! Michael Urban adopts a fresh approach and introduces into the field of political elite studies the sociological technique of vacancy chain analysis. Inhaltsverzeichnis List of figures and tables; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Method, model and historical background; 2. Hierarchy, mobility and a stratified model; 3. Centralization as a determinant of elite circulation; 4. The regional structure of elite circulation; 5. The structure of patronage affiliations; 6. Does faction make a difference?; 7. Political succession; 8. Conclusions, implications and the question of levels; Appendices; Notes; Index.

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• Authors: Michael E. Urban, Michael E. (Auburn University Urban
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 21.01.2008
• EAN: 9780521054881
• ISBN: 978-0-521-05488-1
• No. of pages: 200
• Series: Cambridge Russian, Soviet and
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education