Conservatism and Development: Foundations of Public Consensus

Conservatism can and should serve development, not stagnation. This is what the authors of the book believe. Based on the comparison of the ideological foundation and political practice of modern Western conservatism and the reviving conservative movement in Russia, the positions of the concept of «conservatism for development» have been developed. They are intended to serve as the basis for public dialogue about the paths of development in Russia.

.The book summarizes the historical experience of Western conservatism and the views of contemporary Russian conservatives. Their comments, opinions, and interpretations of various aspects of the theory and practice of conservatism are offered by 50 respected experts — both Russian and foreign.