Revolutionary Russia, 1891-1991: A Pelican Introduction by Orlando Figes (Englis

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Revolutionary Russia, 1891-1991 by Orlando Figes What caused the Russian Revolution? Did it succeed or fail? Do we still live with its consequences? This book deals with these questions. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A Pelican introduction to the century of Russias revolutionary experienceWhat caused the Russian Revolution?Did it succeed or fail?Why are we still all living with its consequences?In his remarkable new book Orlando Figes describes and takes apart the story of Russias century of revolution in the shortest space possible. Starting with the horrific famines of 1891, Figes charts a vast experiment in state-building. The manipulation of many millions of people, first by Tsarist ministers and then by the Communists - on a scale and with a ferocity that their predecessors could not dream of - aimed to totally transform Russian society. Through war and peace Russias rulers battled to subdue and control their vast state, fighting off a mass of real and imagined enemies until exhaustion, corruption and intellectual bankruptcy brought the whole terrible experiment to an end.As the Soviet Union becomes ever more distant in our memory, Revolutionary Russia is an invaluable reminder of why this one, hideously violent and callous state became for so long the great focus of the hopes and fears of much of humankind. Author Biography Orlando Figess books have been translated into 20 languages - they include Crimea, Just Send Me Word, Natashas Dance, A Peoples Tragedy and The Whisperers. Figes is Professor of Modern History at Birkbeck College, University of London. He is Britains foremost writer on the Soviet Union. Review Insightful and convincing... Figes integrates his analysis into a highly readable story, and he shows himself to be a master of historical narrative. Readers will find themselves absorbing a great deal of information and insight with very little effort -- David Priestland * Financial Times *A primer intended for readers unfamiliar with the territory, it sparkles with ideas, vivid storytelling, poignant anecdotes and pithy phrases... Fresh and dramatic -- Victor Sebestyen * Sunday Times * Promotional As the Soviet Union becomes ever more distant in our memory, Revolutionary Russia is an invaluable reminder of why this one, hideously violent and callous state became for so long the great focus of the hopes and fears of much of humankind. Review Text Insightful and convincing... Figes integrates his analysis into a highly readable story, and he shows himself to be a master of historical narrative. Readers will find themselves absorbing a great deal of information and insight with very little effort Review Quote Insightful and convincing... Figes integrates his analysis into a highly readable story, and he shows himself to be a master of historical narrative. Readers will find themselves absorbing a great deal of information and insight with very little effort Promotional "Headline" As the Soviet Union becomes ever more distant in our memory, Revolutionary Russia is an invaluable reminder of why this one, hideously violent and callous state became for so long the great focus of the hopes and fears of much of humankind. Details ISBN0141043679 Author Orlando Figes Publisher Penguin Books Ltd Year 2014 ISBN-10 0141043679 ISBN-13 9780141043678 Format Paperback Media Book Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 947.08 Pages 496 Series Pelican Books Subtitle A Pelican Introduction Imprint Pelican Short Title Revolutionary Russia, 1891-1991 Language English Edition 3rd Publication Date 2014-05-01 UK Release Date 2014-05-01 Alternative 9780141930855 Audience General NZ Release Date 2014-06-24 AU Release Date 2014-06-24 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:78960990;

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