Socialism across the Iron Curtain: Socialist Parties in East and West and the Reconstruction of Europe after 1945 (New Studies in European History)

Uncover the nuanced history of post-war European socialism, moving beyond the East-West paradigm. This compelling study offers a comparative look at socialist parties in France, Italy, Poland, and Czechoslovakia, analyzing their approaches to reconstruction after 1945. Delve into the surprising divide between socialist elites and grassroots workers and gain a fresh perspective on the political weaknesses rooted in social structure. Essential for students and researchers of European political history and comparative socialism, this book illuminates the real complexities of reconstructing a divided continent.