Lenin: A Revolutionary Life (Routledge Historical Biographies)

Lenin: A Revolutionary Life (Routledge Historical Biographies)

<P>From a highly distinguished author on the subject, this biography is an excellent scholarly introduction to one of the key figures of the Russian Revolution and post-Tsarist Russia. Not only does it make use of archive material made newly available in the glasnost and post-Soviet eras, it re-examines traditional sources as well, providing an original interpretation of Lenin's life and historical importance. </P> <P>Focal points of this study are:</P> <UL> <LI>Lenin's revolutionary ascetic personality</LI> <LI>how he exploited culture, education and propaganda</LI> <LI>his relationship to Marxism</LI> <LI>his changing class analysis of Russia</LI> <LI>his 'populist' instincts.</LI></UL> <P>A prominent figure at the forefront of debates on the Russina revolution, Read makes sure that Lenin remains in his place as a highly influential and significant figure of the recent past.</P>