IN DEFENCE OF OCTOBER: A DEBATE ON THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION

Rees, John

3.93 out of 5 stars

27 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 1898876282 ISBN 13: 9781898876281

Published by Bookmarks, London, 1997

Language: English

Condition: Used - Very good Soft cover

Save for Later

Sold by Left On The Shelf (PBFA), Kendal, United Kingdom

Association Member:

PBFA

AbeBooks Seller since September 12, 2001

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Soft cover

Condition: Used - Very good

Price:

US$ 16.58

US$ 40.25 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

137pp. A debate with Robert Service, Sam Farber and Robin Blackburn.

Seller Inventory # 108502

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

IN DEFENCE OF OCTOBER: A DEBATE ON THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION

Publisher

Bookmarks, London

Publication Date

1997

Language

English

ISBN 10

1898876282

ISBN 13

9781898876281

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

1st Edition

Condition

Very Good

Seller catalogs

USSR 1917-1930

About this title

Synopsis

The revolutions in Eastern Europe in 1989, though welcomed by many socialists, have allowed the right wing to argue that the end of Stalinism means the end of all socialism. Even among those left wingers who welcome the end of the Stalinist regimes there has been great confusion over how much of the socialist tradition it is still possible to defend.
The October revolution of 1917 is still the historical linchpin of such debates. To what extent were the Bolsheviks to blame for the degeneration of the revolution? What about the Red Terror, the Cheka and Kronstadt? Did Lenin lead to Stalin? John Rees's 'In Defence of October' reviews what socialists have been saying about the October revolution. He mounts a defence of the tradition that arose from the October revolution and shows it was crushed by the Stalinist counter-revolution.
When John Rees's 'In Defence of October' was originally published in International Socialism, it drew responses from some of the best known figures on the left—Robert Service (author of a biography of Lenin), Sam Farber (author of Before Stalinism) and Robin Blackburn (editor of New Left Review). The full debate, including John Rees's reply, is published here in one volume for the first time.

'...a brilliant polemic that draws on a rich array of primary and scholarly sources...an indispensable source for anyone concerned with the issues'
EPAUL LE BLANC, author of Lenin and the Revolutionary Party

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Established in 1992. Stock room open by appointment. Stock consists of over 40,000 books, pamphlets, journals and ephemera. "Left on the Shelf" is now one of the UK's largest specialists in left-wing material. Member of the P.B.F.A.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Left On The Shelf (PBFA)
United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

Visa and Mastercard accepted. Cheques in sterling drawn on UK bank.
Bank transfer.
Libraries can be invoiced.
Items may be returned if not as described.
VAT Registration No. GB498031176.
email: leftontheshelf@phonecoop.coop

Shipping Terms

Orders usually ship within 2 business days. Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 10 business days	5 to 10 business days
First item	US$ 40.25	US$ 40.25

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.