Nature of Stalin's Dictatorship The Politburo, 1924-1953

This book examines decision-making at the highest level of the Soviet political system, from the conclusion of Stalin's power in 1927 until his death in 1953. It explores the nature of the Stalin dictatorship in terms of a broader comparative understanding of dictatorial regimes. It examines the way the decision-making process operated, and the informal mechanisms of power. It explores the patterns of decision-making in different policy fields, drawing on new archival sources.Rees, E. A. is the author of 'Nature of Stalin's Dictatorship The Politburo, 1924-1953' with ISBN 9781403904010 and ISBN 1403904014.