East European Studies papers

A look at the problems of the Russian Republic before and after the Soviet collapse, including the inappropriateness of capitalism, reforms, politics, foreign investment and risks, consumer research, joint ventures and the future. With tables.

A look at the historical, ethnic, geographical, cultural, religious and economic causes.

An exaxmination of the historical evolution of political and economic systems from the feudal era to communism to post-communism, emphasizing the 20th century birth of nations, WWII, leadership, industry, Soviet control and the collapse of Soviet system.

An examination of the evolution of government leadership, socialist ideology, economics, authoritarianism, patriotism, the Communist Party, conservatism, reform and the demise of Soviet Union, from Lenin to Gorbachev. Outline.

An examination of the Economic problems, ethnic differences and nationalistic aspirations in the fall of the British Empire, Soviet Union and Yugoslavia and its application to the future of Canada, Brazil and India.

A critical analysis of the work on the causes, effects, evolution and demise of the conflict including economics, the military, detente, propaganda and the future.

An examination of the Russians and others fighting for money on both sides (Serbs and Muslims) of the war. Includes effects, motivations and numbers.

A look at the definitions, history and development, the rise and fall of communism, economics, leadership, patriotism, racism and the role of the state.

The political and economic developments before and after the fall of communism. Includes reform, nationalism, alliances, production, labor, prices and leadership.

Describes political & economic revolutions during & after 1989. Examined in terms of elections & democracy, privatization, transition to free-market economy, reform, leadership and German reunification.

Reviews the history & role of religion in Austria. Examines the rise of Catholicism from Charlemagne through contemporary times & discusses the changing role of the Catholic church in public affairs.

Evaluation of the problems involved in restructuring the economy in the former Soviet Union. Looks at the difficult balance between creating a market economy where none previously existed, and protecting the consumers.

Argues that countries across the EC have been becoming increasingly stringent in their immigration policies, yet need for people to migrate due to economic pressure is increasing. One of the few doors left open was to claim asylum.

Argues that while the Soviet economy was responsive to political direction, that direction & the model of development chosen were disasters.

Analyzes historical, economic & political roots & failure of Western observers to foresee the collapse.

History & development of two Germanies leading to reunification in 1990. Looking at social, political, ideological and economic issues. Examining its ties to East & West, leadership and problems.

Examined in terms of the effects of demise of Soviet Union, European Community, economics, German reunification, security & cooperation, future and the role of the U.S.

Advantages & disadvantages. Market research briefing treating Russia as a developing nation. Provides theories and models and looks at issues of privitization, best industries, joint ventures and strategic cycle.

An analysis of pro- and anti-Stalin historical interpretations and its effect on post-Stalin liberalization. Includes politics, World War II and economics.

A look at the background, major events, leadership, the execution of Ceausescus, politics, secret police, the elections of 1990 and the media.

An examination of the stages of the Revolution, including its causes, aims, the author's approach and the outcome and impact on society.

A look at the history, ideology, leadership, politics, economics, Gorbachev's reforms, republic's sovereignty and the failure of communism.

An examination of the Bosnian civil war, including a look at the background, ethnic cleansing, international responses, parties involved, military aspects and the future.

A look at the evolution of the judicial system from Gorbachev's reform to the new Russian republic.

A comparison of leadership styles and the aims of the two reformist Soviet leaders.

Examines the effects of the breakup of the Soviet Union, discussing military, foreign policy, internal conditions in China, Japan, Korea and Indochina.

History of foreign and military relations between Japan and the Soviet Union since World War II, examining additional material on relations between the nations since the Soviet collapse and the rise of the new Russia.

Looks at the evolution of disarmament since WWII, emphasizing the 1980s and the impact of the break-up of the Soviet Union in 1991-92.

A critical analysis of this novel by a Yugoslavian Nobel Prize-winning author.

Discusses the background and development in the late 1980s under Gorbachev's reforms, examining failures and successes, restrictions and the impact on the medical care.

Discusses definition, justification and applicability in the 1990s.

Examines the changes in the legal framework of the Soviet Union before, during and after the break-up of the nation, discussing leadership, national and ethnic hostilities, role of government and the Communist party.

Examines reasons for the former's victory and the latter's loss in the Russian Revolution, discussing leadership, ideology, organization, popular support and the impact of WWI.

Examines cycles of despotism and freedom from the early 19th Century to 1991, discussing power, social forces, leadership, reform, military and ideology.

Examines the history of its development from 1900 to 1990, discussing WWI, post-revolution efforts, leadership, five-year plans, reforms and the break-up of the Soviet Union.

Examines housing shortages, unemployment, homelessness and Palestinian independence.

Examines the issues and outcomes of major summits among the U.S., Soviets and the British.

A look at the effects of the two documents on the Soviet Union's domestic and foreign policies.

A focus on the Soviet Union and the effects of reform on competitive athletics in social, ideological and political contexts.

A look at the background, development, leadership, strategy and reasons for its failure.

A critical analysis of a collection of essays on the 17th-18th century Russian ruler and his role as reformer or revolutionary.

A political biography of the rise and fall of the early 20th century Russian leader.

A critical review of the work on workers' politics and organization in pre-revolutionary St. Petersburg and Moscow.

An argument that the recent Russian Revolution, like that of 1917, is an attempt to restructure Soviet society. It states that new revolution attacks complex bureaucratic structure and the stagnation and personal invasion created by it.

An idenification of the important individuals most associated with each economic perspective and the major dimensions and assumptions of their strategies for creating a market economy on the rubble of the Soviet system in Russia.

An analysis of Gorbachev's efforts to reform the Soviet Union and reasons this policy will not succeed. Includes damage done to political, ideological and economic base of nation.

A look at theEastern European nation as a flash-point for superpower relations, including the importance to the East and West, policies toward Poland and theYalta Conference.

A look at the political, economic and military issues confronting Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia as they seek independence from Soviet Union.

A look at the changes in Soviet emigration policy and the experiences of Soviet Jews in the U.S. in the 1970s and 1980s.

This paper examines advertising in Eastern Europe in 1991 because of the social and political changes occurring since 1989.

Economic issues of bringing E. & W. Germany together. Historical overview, monetary union, currency reform and market vs. socialist economies.

This paper discusses Stalin's leadership and preparation for WWII: Politics, strategy, Battle of Stalingrad and the defeat of German troops.

This paper dsicusses economic, political and social reforms in Poland as related to socialist history: Western assistance and investment, past reforms, other Eastern bloc nations, possible outcomes and effects on Polish people.

This paper compares American and Soviet labor movements: History, development, ideology, economic issues and impact of perestroika.

This paper discusses background events leading up to and culminating in the 1989 overthrow of the communist government in Czechoslovakia.

This paper examines Hedrick Smith's "The Russians" about pre-glasnost Soviet population from governmental perspective.

This paper analyzes Soviet's socialist approach to protecting the land: Ecology, agriculture, water and air pollution, conservation, perestroika, natural resources, economic aspects, public policy, legislation, Chernobyl and international issues.

This paper analyzes the United States' views on the principal aspects of the Cold War as indicated by its governmental leadership including
economic and ideological post-war goals.

This paper analyzes the Russian social system: Its strengths and weaknesses, major trends in Soviet economic thought & politics since the revolution, the necessary diversions from Marxist dogma and concessions to a more capitalist system.

This paper studies of how Lithuania became a nation, having won independence in post WWI Europe and being seized by the USSR in a pre-WWII power grab.

This paper reviews the agricultural development of the USSR up to 1970, plans and collective farms. Statistics.

This paper discusses the reasons, plans, results and problems of the emancipation of the serfs in Russia.

This paper discusses the role of the radio in Jurek Becker's "Jakob the Liar", a Holocaust novel.

A research paper on the war in Bosnia which began in 1992.

Examined whether Ankara can change its domestic and foreign policy sufficiently to satisfy the European Union.

A paper on the status of the economy of the former Communist nations working to survive in a free market economy.

A discussion of General Wojciech Jaruzelski's declaration of martial law in Poland in December 1981.

A review of the book, "Sarajevo Blues" by Semezdin Mehmedinovic, illustrating an insider's view of the Bosnian war.

A paper which studies the structure and dynamics of the Kosovo Conflict and the humanitarian crisis management by the international community.

A discussion of the criteria for new countries attempting to enter the European Union and the effects of enlargement.

A comparison of the depictions of Jewish immigrants and Slovaks, with a brief consideration of Lithuanians in Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle."

A description and comparison of the health of national economies, as of April, 1999.

An analysis of the historical, political, cultural and regional causes of war in late 1990s in Bosnia.

An examination of the history, development, conquests, contributions and decline of the Empire and its relevance to ethnic and territorial conflicts in late 20th century politics, economics, extreme nationalism and leadership.

An examination of the evolution of American diplomatic, political and military action, strategies, alliances and role of Presidents.

An examination of the Soviet dictator's application of Marxist theory to economic planning, development, industrialization and politics.

Discusses the political transformation of this republic once part of Yugoslavia. Examines its population, independence, organization, parties, leadership, elections and democracy.

Examines reasons for the 1991 Soviet collapse, communist ideology, global, economic, political and social challenges for successor states, nationalistic and ethnic ferment.

A historical overview including language, Sephardim and Ashkenazi Jews, settlement and treatment.

Examines its historical, cultural and political origins, potential for Balkan destabilization and a wider war, the parties involved, nationalism, leaders, issues, the break-up of Yugoslavia and settlement.

Reviews the autobiography of a peasant's political radicalization in early the 20th Century.

Examines and compares economic and political liberalization in nations once purely communistic.

Examines the relationship in a global context, legal, ethical and religious issues, politics, anti-immigrant bias and abuse, the situation in the U.S., examples, refugees and asylum-seekers.

Causes of the devaluation of the currency, banking, politics and the weakness of the government's response.

Examines the major political shake-ups, Yeltsin's appointments and struggle with State Duma, the economic crisis and the U.S. policy.

Examines causes, domestic & global effects, threat of debt default, politics, reform, trade, foreign investment, ruble, banking, hedge funds.

An overview of developments in politics, economics, religion, culture and world views; with a focus on the Roman Empire and Christianity.

Examines the economic, political, cultural, religious, ethnic and psycho-emotional roots of conflict among Serbs, Croations and Muslims. Discusses the history, leadership, issues and negotiations.

Examines the Russian director's changing views on role of montage and the emotional response of the viewer.

Examines the meeting between Western powers and the Soviet Union to deal with Cold War issues. Discusses objectives, differences, leadership and outcome.

Discusses the life, career, theories and politics of this early 20th Century Russian theatrical innovator.

Analyzes Stalin's rule, politics, economics, indoctrination & manipulation of perceptions through a system of terror & rewards.

Examines economics & politics after Soviet break-up. Looks at its resources, fiscal policy, industry & investment and taxes.

Examines 1860s, freeing of serfs, liberalization, roles of people & govt., land policy, class conflict and education.

Reviews novel about suffering of five women during WWII in Russia.

Compares eras of 1860s (reform) & 1900s (modernization). Areas examined are the origins of the unrest, the government's response, economics, politics, freeing of serfs and class conflict.

History & evolution of government land policy from 1918 to 1998. Looking at objectives, impact, politics, collectivization and reform.

Analyzes progress of European Community toward monetary union, role of Treaty of Maastricht and possible effect on U.S. dollar.

Examines power & effectiveness in controlling dissent in Soviet-era East Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia & Hungary.