Donald Filtzer's new book is the study of industry and labor during Late Stalinism, covering the entire post-war period from 1945 to Stalin's death. He has uncovered a wealth of previously inaccessible archive material and analyzes it to show that the post-war period was one of "political victory and historical defeat". This subtle and compelling study will be of interest to all scholars of Russian history. "...the book is written clearly, provides many new details about postwar life, and should stimulate lively debate about Stalin's postwar rule." American Historical Review "Filtzer has produced a meticulously researched study essential for anyone interested in the relationship between economic development and political democracy." Business History Review "[A] short review cannot possibly convey the richness of Filtzer's book. Anyone interested in the Soviet postwar years will read it with much profit." The Russian Review "Filtzer's massively researched works continue to provide valuable information..." History "Well footnoted, indexed, and containing a full bibliography, this work is recommended for all college libraries." Choice This is a study of industry and labour during late Stalinism. Donald Filtzer is Professor of Russian History at the University of East London, and the author of numerous books and articles on Russian history.