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The great fear Stalin's terror of the 1930s

Title
The great fear [electronic resource] : Stalin's terror of the 1930s / James Harris.
Author
Harris, James R., 1964-
Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom : Oxford University Press, 2016.

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Description
1 online resource (x, 205 pages)
Summary
"Presents a new and original explanation of the Stalin's Terror based on intelligence materials in Russian archives. It shows how Soviet leaders developed a grossly exaggerated fear of conspiracy and foreign invasion and lashed out at enemies largely of their own making"--Back of jacket.
Uniform Title
Great fear (Online)
Alternative Title
Great fear (Online)
Subject
  • 1917-1953
  • Political violence > Soviet Union
  • Soviet Union > Politics and government > 1936-1953
  • Soviet Union > Politics and government > 1917-1936
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access (note)
  • Access restricted to authorized users.
Contents
Fear and violence -- Peace and insecurity -- The uncertain dictatorship -- The great break -- Relaxation? -- Tensions mount -- The perfect storm.
LCCN
2015947524
OCLC
ssj0001732274
Author
Harris, James R., 1964-
Title
The great fear [electronic resource] : Stalin's terror of the 1930s / James Harris.
Imprint
Oxford, United Kingdom : Oxford University Press, 2016.
Edition
First edition.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access
Access restricted to authorized users.
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Available from home with a valid library card
Available onsite at NYPL
Chronological Term
1917-1953
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