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Explore the revolutionary ideals and complex life of Leon Trotsky with Paul Le Blanc's insightful analysis in this compelling biography. Published by Reaktion Books in 2015, this brand new book (ISBN: 9781780234304) intricately weaves the dramatic events of Trotsky's life, focusing on his multifaceted personality and his pivotal role in the history of socialism. Delve into Trotsky's passionate opposition to Soviet bureaucracy and his dedication to revitalizing the labor movement, as well as his urgent warnings against the dangers of fascism and the rise of Hitler. This biography offers a deep understanding of his participation in key historical events, such as the Spanish Civil War and the French Popular Front, while also analyzing the early warning signs of the Second World War. This book is essential reading for students, scholars, and anyone fascinated by political history and exceptional individuals who shaped our world. Enhance your library with this profound exploration of Trotsky's life and times. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780234304
Year: 2015
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
InLeon Trotsky, Paul Le Blanc delves deep to understand Trotsky's complexcharacter, relationships, actions and ideas. Interweaving dramatic historicalevents with Trotsky's multi-faceted personality, this book explores hisinvolvement with and opposition to the Soviet bureaucracy, and his effortsto revitalize the revolutionary wing of the labour movement. Revealed hereare his urgent warnings of Hitler's rise and the spread of fascism, hispenetrating understanding of the French Popular Front and the SpanishCivilWar, and his analysis of the ominous beginnings of the Second WorldWar. Throughout, Trotsky remained animated by the early ideals of theCommunist tradition. Drawing from a rich array of sources, Le Blancoffers a balanced portrait of Trotsky in a historical context that will beinvaluable for students, scholars or anyone with an interest in political historyand extraordinary lives.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780234304
Year: 2015
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
InLeon Trotsky, Paul Le Blanc delves deep to understand Trotsky's complexcharacter, relationships, actions and ideas. Interweaving dramatic historicalevents with Trotsky's multi-faceted personality, this book explores hisinvolvement with and opposition to the Soviet bureaucracy, and his effortsto revitalize the revolutionary wing of the labour movement. Revealed hereare his urgent warnings of Hitler's rise and the spread of fascism, hispenetrating understanding of the French Popular Front and the SpanishCivilWar, and his analysis of the ominous beginnings of the Second WorldWar. Throughout, Trotsky remained animated by the early ideals of theCommunist tradition. Drawing from a rich array of sources, Le Blancoffers a balanced portrait of Trotsky in a historical context that will beinvaluable for students, scholars or anyone with an interest in political historyand extraordinary lives.