Up for sale is a specialized bundle of two essential volumes from E.H. Carr’s definitive series, A History of Soviet Russia. These are vintage Pelican (Penguin) paperback editions, highly sought after by students of Soviet history and collectors of classic Pelican titles.
Included in this Bundle: The Bolshevik Revolution, 1917–1923 (Volume 2) Focus: The Economic Order. Description: Covers the development of the Soviet economy from the initial revolution through War Communism and into the NEP (New Economic Policy).
Foundations of a Planned Economy, 1926–1929 (Volume 1) Co-author: R.W. Davies. Description: Analyzes the critical transition period as the Soviet Union moved toward centralized state planning.
Condition Report Overall: Good vintage condition. Spines: Solid and readable. Volume 1 of Foundations shows a vertical reading crease; The Bolshevik Revolution has typical edge wear for its age.
Covers: Minor scuffing and "chipping" along the edges (see photos). Interior: Pages are tanned due to age but remain good. Note: Books have been stored in a smoke-free environment.