Different countries are governed in different ways. Communism is a way of governing a country and its people. The basis of this type of government is the idea that one person is not more important than any other and all citizens work for the benefit of everyone, not just for themselves This book offers a detailed and non-judgemental look at specific countries that are governed in this way. It looks at how communism becomes established, problems and successes that it may encounter and what the future may hold for communism.

Part of the Systems of Government series, this balanced book places Communism within a wider world context and looks at the effect this type of government has on its citizens, wealth and industry. Perfect for readers aged 12 and up.

This book is part of a book series called Systems Of Government .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2017 by Hachette Children's Group .

Sean Connolly is an experienced writer for children who has written widely on current affairs and historical issues.

This book has the following chapters:

• 1: What is communism?
• 2: A permanent revolution?
• 3: Seizing control
• 4: Power to the people
• 5: The business of government
• 6: Staying in power
• 7: Sharing the reins
• 8: The wider world
• 9: Communism and the media
• 10: Where did it go wrong?
• 11: Looking ahead
• 12: Glossary
• 13: Books and websites
• 14: Index