Trotsky's Challenge: The Literary Discussion of 1924 and the Fight for the Bolshevik Revolution
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Format
Paperback
Pages
856
Language
English
Published
May 16, 2017
Publisher
Haymarket Books
ISBN-10
160846704X
ISBN-13
9781608467044
Description
Frederick C. Corney explores the intense literary and ideological battles that shaped the Bolshevik Revolution in 1924, focusing particularly on Leon Trotsky’s critical work, "Lessons of October." This period marked a crucial moment in the post-revolutionary landscape, where differing interpretations of the revolution were not just academic but instrumental in determining the future of Bolshevik leadership.
Corney delves into how Trotsky's perspectives challenged the prevailing narratives constructed by other leaders, shedding light on the deep-seated tensions within the party. Through meticulous analysis, the author illustrates the significance of these literary discussions in influencing political power dynamics and the direction of Soviet policy during a turbulent time.
Corney delves into how Trotsky's perspectives challenged the prevailing narratives constructed by other leaders, shedding light on the deep-seated tensions within the party. Through meticulous analysis, the author illustrates the significance of these literary discussions in influencing political power dynamics and the direction of Soviet policy during a turbulent time.
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