First published 2014
Philosopher Bertrand Russell confronts the ideological underpinnings of Bolshevism. Diving into the theory and practice of the new Soviet state, he examines the party's seizure of power, the suppression of opposition, and the emerging totalitarian control. Russell questions whether the Bolshevik revolution has truly liberated the masses or simply replaced one ruling class with another. As the Soviets consolidate their grip, Russell wrestles with the moral compromises required to forge a new social order.
Genres: history, 20th-century, political-science, non-fiction, russia, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: political-commentary
Setting: Russia, Soviet Union
Period: 20th Century
62 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform