Tatyana Zaslavskaya
Sociologist and economist from Russia
Born
September 9th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
August 23rd, 2013
11 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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A prominent Russian sociologist and economist, contributions focused on social structures and economic reforms in the Soviet Union. Played a significant role in the development of sociological research in Russia. Worked extensively on the analysis of the Soviet economy and contributed to the field of economic sociology. Participated in discussions regarding the transition of Soviet society towards a market economy and engaged in the study of social change during the perestroika period.
Pioneered sociological studies in Russia
Authored works on Soviet economy and society
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