Lenin and the Russian Revolution
“Lenin and the Russian Revolution” by Christopher Hill, published by Penguin Books in 1978, is a second edition that spans 185 pages. This book provides an assessment of Lenin’s historical significance and the revolution that defined his life’s work. It explores the Bolshevik Party’s unique characteristics compared to other socialist parties, the agrarian policies in a predominantly peasant society, and the political philosophy that underpinned the revolution and the Soviet state.
Readers will find a detailed examination of Lenin’s critique of imperialism and his vision for both national and international policies for the Soviet state. The book delves into various aspects of the Russian Revolution from 1917 to 1921, offering insights into the complexities of this pivotal period in history. This edition is presented in English, making it accessible to a broad audience interested in the historical context of Lenin and the Soviet Union.
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This book attempts an assessment of the place of Lenin in history and of the revolution which was his life’s work. The Bolshevik Party itself; an account of the features which differentiate it from other socialist parties; the agrarian policy of this party in a country where peasants formed 80% of the population; the political philosophy which inspired the revolution and the soviet state; Lenin’s critique of imperialism and his definition of the national and international policy which the rulers of the Soviet state should pursue – these are some of the subjects considered in this study of Lenin and the Russian revolution.
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