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Bolshevism at Work: A History of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia

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Bolshevism at Work is a comprehensive history of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia. It provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the revolution, the revolution itself, and the aftermath of the revolution. The book is written by Robert Service, a leading expert on Russian history.

Bolshevism At Work

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The Origins of Bolshevism

The Bolsheviks were a radical Marxist political party that seized power in Russia in 1917. The party was founded in 1903 by Vladimir Lenin, a Russian revolutionary. Lenin believed that the Russian people were ready for a socialist revolution, and he developed a plan to overthrow the Tsarist government and establish a socialist state.

The Bolsheviks were a small party in 1903, but they gradually gained support among the Russian working class. The party's popularity grew after the outbreak of World War I in 1914. The war caused widespread suffering in Russia, and the Bolsheviks blamed the Tsarist government for the country's problems.

The February Revolution

In February 1917, a series of strikes and demonstrations broke out in Petrograd, the capital of Russia. The protests were sparked by shortages of food and fuel, and they quickly spread throughout the country. The Tsarist government was unable to control the protests, and on February 27, 1917, the Tsar abdicated. The February Revolution had begun.

The February Revolution led to the establishment of a provisional government, but the Bolsheviks quickly became the dominant force in the government. Lenin returned to Russia from exile in April 1917, and he soon began to organize the Bolsheviks for a socialist revolution.

The October Revolution

In October 1917, the Bolsheviks seized power in Petrograd. The October Revolution was a success, and the Bolsheviks quickly established a socialist state in Russia. The new government was led by Lenin, who became the first leader of the Soviet Union.

The October Revolution was a turning point in Russian history. It marked the beginning of a new era of socialist rule in Russia, and it had a profound impact on the world.

The Aftermath of the Revolution

The Bolshevik Revolution had a profound impact on Russia. The new government introduced a wide range of social and economic reforms, including the nationalization of industry, the collectivization of agriculture, and the establishment of a planned economy. The Bolsheviks also pursued a policy of international revolution, and they supported communist movements around the world.

The Soviet Union faced a number of challenges in the aftermath of the revolution. The country was devastated by World War I, and the Bolsheviks faced opposition from both domestic and foreign enemies. However, the Soviet Union was able to overcome these challenges, and it emerged as a major world power.

Bolshevism at Work is a comprehensive and authoritative history of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the revolution, the revolution itself, and the aftermath of the revolution. The book is written by Robert Service, a leading expert on Russian history, and it is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the Bolshevik Revolution.

Bolshevism At Work

by Leckie

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