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Discover the riveting account of a world transformed in 'Petrograd, 1917.' This captivating book delves into the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution, a pivotal moment that reshaped history and continues to affect our world today. With a compelling narrative drawn from firsthand accounts, including letters, journals, and memoirs, this book offers a unique perspective on the upheaval from a diverse array of voices, both Russian and foreign. 'Petrograd, 1917' is not just a historical document; it’s an emotional journey through tumultuous times as experienced by those who lived through the revolution. Enhanced by over seventy illustrations - from haunting photographs of the Romanovs to vivid propaganda posters - this book immerses readers in the chaos and courage of the era. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of revolution, this brand new edition published by Bodleian Library Publishing includes a beautifully printed dust jacket, making it a fantastic addition to your collection. Shipping for this item is free, and we ask you to please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Embrace the power of storytelling and witness history through the eyes of those who experienced the dramatic changes of Petrograd in 1917.
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: 9781851244607
Format: With printed dust jacket
Year: 2017
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
The 1917 Bolshevik Revolution irrevocably changed the course of history, with consequences still being felt a century later. This book offers a dramatic depiction of the chaotic events of the revolution, drawn from selected firsthand accounts.
Assembling extracts from letters, journals, diaries, and memoirs from a remarkably diverse cast of both Russians and foreign nationals who were there when the revolution broke,Petrograd, 1917is a strikingly close-up account of these world-shaking events. Each entry is supplemented with a short introductory note that sets it in context, and the book is rounded out with more than seventy illustrations, including photographs of the Romanovs and the violence in the streets as well as propaganda posters, postcards to loved ones, and more. In these pages, the drama and terror of those days comes to life once more, a century on.
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: 9781851244607
Format: With printed dust jacket
Year: 2017
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
The 1917 Bolshevik Revolution irrevocably changed the course of history, with consequences still being felt a century later. This book offers a dramatic depiction of the chaotic events of the revolution, drawn from selected firsthand accounts.
Assembling extracts from letters, journals, diaries, and memoirs from a remarkably diverse cast of both Russians and foreign nationals who were there when the revolution broke,Petrograd, 1917is a strikingly close-up account of these world-shaking events. Each entry is supplemented with a short introductory note that sets it in context, and the book is rounded out with more than seventy illustrations, including photographs of the Romanovs and the violence in the streets as well as propaganda posters, postcards to loved ones, and more. In these pages, the drama and terror of those days comes to life once more, a century on.