Six Weeks In Russia In 1919 - Softcover

Ransome, Arthur

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1419167170 ISBN 13: 9781419167171

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2004

Synopsis

""Six Weeks in Russia in 1919"" is a travelogue written by Arthur Ransome, a British journalist and author, detailing his journey through Soviet Russia during the tumultuous year of 1919. The book is a first-hand account of Ransome's experiences as he travels through Moscow, Petrograd, and other cities, meeting with Bolshevik leaders and witnessing the aftermath of the Russian Revolution. Ransome provides a vivid and detailed description of the social and political conditions in Russia during this period, including the impact of the civil war, famine, and political repression. He also offers insights into the inner workings of the Bolshevik government and its leaders, including Lenin and Trotsky. Throughout the book, Ransome's observations are informed by his own political views, which were sympathetic to the socialist cause. He portrays the Bolsheviks as a revolutionary force with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of ordinary people, while also acknowledging the challenges and contradictions of their policies. Overall, ""Six Weeks in Russia in 1919"" is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Russia, socialism, or the Russian Revolution.There was, of course, a dreadful scrimmage about getting away. Several people were not ready at the last minute. Only one motor was obtainable for nine persons with their light luggage, and a motor lorry for the heavy things.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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About the Author

Arthur Ransome (1884-1967) achieved lasting fame as the author of the Swallows and Amazons series of children's books. They came however relatively late in his life. Before that he was a miscellaneous writer - a biography of Oscar Wilde, Bohemia in London and A History of Story-Telling being examples - and a journalist. In the latter role, his two most famous books were Six Weeks in Russia and The Crisis in Russia, both reissued in Faber Finds. His second wife, Evgenia Shelepina, was Trotsky's secretary.

About the Author

Arthur Ransome (1884-1967) was the author of more than thirty books for children. Born in Leeds in 1884, he enjoyed active, outdoor holidays, many of which became the settings for his children s stories. Swallows and Amazons, the first of the series of the same name, is regarded as a timeless classic of children s literature.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1419167170
• ISBN 13: 9781419167171
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 100