Focusing on economic growth, the book explores Russia's significant decline in national production during the 1990s, which led to a deep poverty trap. It investigates the strategies and conditions that may enable Russia to escape this cycle and achieve sustainable economic growth. Through analysis, it aims to uncover the pathways for recovery and the factors influencing Russia's economic trajectory.
Focusing on Russia's economic transition from a planned to a market economy, the book investigates the potential for sustainable growth amidst historical volatility. It critiques the 1990s transition and explores the resurgence of growth in the 2000s and 2010s, addressing gaps in existing literature. By examining various economic theories, the author highlights the importance of human capital accumulation as crucial for achieving sustainable growth in the post-Soviet context, emphasizing overlooked processes that facilitate recovery and growth after crises.