Exploring Soviet and Russian history and politics The Uses of History brings together the classic essays of renowned scholar Alexander Dallin. The author provides insightful analysis and nuanced interpretations of such keyand controversialissues as the domestic sources of Soviet foreign policy Stalins leadership in World War II U.S.Russian relations in the Reagan era the causes of USSRs collapse and the disappointments of Russias postSoviet evolution. Dallin rejects singlefactor explanations for Soviet and Russian policies instead examining the complex interplay of internal and external conditions institutions and individual leadership. All readers interested in Soviet and postSoviet history will find this collection a stimulating and deeply knowledgeable resource.