Russia in the 1920s and 30s
- time of relative freedom and experimentation
- The government tolerated a variety
- art and literature thrived
- numerous schools were established
- Communist writers were active during this time
- retreated from the revolutionary path to socialism
- the party also adopted a less ideological approach in its relations with the rest of the world.
- Lenin realized that his government needed normal relations with the Western world for it to survive
- good relations were important to national security
- the economy also required trade with the industrial countries