Selected Writings on Soviet Law and Marxism

by P.I. Stuchka, Robert Sharlet, Peter B. Maggs, Piers Beirne

Overview

The Latvian-born legal theorist P.I. Stuchka (1865-1932), generally recognized as one of the principal architects of modern Soviet legal theory and the Soviet legal system itself, was a prodigious author and editor. Twenty essays by Stuchka written between 1917 and 1931 were selected for translation

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780873324731
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/31/1988
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

P.I. Stuchka

Robert Sharlet

Peter B. Maggs

Piers Beirne

Table of Contents

Utopias - whether philosophical, literary, or actual experiments - are attempts to solve all social problems. In the wake of the attack on the World Trade Center, unfolding corporate scandals, and other devastating shocks, it is natural to search for practical lessons in utopian literature. In this collection noted sociologists renew the call to develop an altruistic social order. They address a wide variety of topics as they look for viable utopian ideas that can be applied to today's society. Written in an engaging, jargon-free style, and directed to introductory sociology students as well as anyone concerned with social problems, the book provides both visionary ideals and insights for pragmatic decision-making as we venture into an uncertain future.

Editorial Reviews

The Latvian-born legal theorist P.I. Stuchka (1865-1932), generally recognized as one of the principal architects of modern Soviet legal theory and the Soviet legal system itself, was a prodigious author and editor. Twenty essays by Stuchka written between 1917 and 1931 were selected for translation in this volume. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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