Lenin: A Revolutionary Life

di Christopher Read (Autore)

Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2005

From a highly distinguished author on the subject, this biography is an excellent scholarly introduction to one of the key figures of the Russian Revolution and post-Tsarist Russia. Not only does it make use of archive material made newly available in the glasnost and post-Soviet eras, it re-examines traditional sources as well, providing an original interpretation of Lenin's life and historical importance. Focal points of this study are: Lenin's revolutionary ascetic personality how he exploited culture, education and propaganda his relationship to Marxism his changing class analysis of Russia his 'populist' instincts. A prominent figure at the forefront of debates on the Russian revolution, Read makes sure that Lenin remains in his place as a highly influential and significant figure of the recent past.

• Autore: Christopher Read
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Collana: Routledge Historical Biographies
• Anno: 2005
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 332 p.
• Dimensioni: 198 x 129 mm
• Peso: 610 gr.
• EAN: 9780415206495

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