The Economics of the Russian Village
1892

The Economics of the Russian Village
1892
The Economics of the Russian Village, published in 1892 by Isaac A. Hourwich, is a scholarly analysis of the economic conditions affecting Russian peasants. The book examines land tenure, taxation, agricultural practices, and the social dynamics within rural communities, particularly in the context of a catastrophic famine. Hourwich discusses the evolution of agrarian communalism and private land ownership, highlighting how these systems contribute to the struggles of the peasantry. This work is notable for its in-depth exploration of the economic underpinnings of rural life in Russia during the late 19th century.

