The Development of Capitalism in Russia

Summary

The book «The Development of Capitalism in Russia» by Vladimir Ilyich Lenin offers a profound analysis of the socio-economic changes in Russia at the end of the 19th century. Lenin examines the transition from a feudal economy to a capitalist one, focusing on agrarian relations and industrialization. He explores the development of agriculture, the growth of industry, and the formation of the working class. Lenin analyzes statistical data to demonstrate how capitalism infiltrates rural areas, dismantling traditional peasant farms and creating new class contradictions. The book emphasizes the inevitability of capitalist development and its impact on Russia's social structure, ultimately leading to revolutionary changes.