Description
Explore the harrowing events of 1932-33 in 'Red Famine', a poignant historical narrative that sheds light on one of the most tragic famines in Ukrainian history. This brand new paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2018, delves deep into the deliberate starvation that led to the loss of nearly four million lives, revealing the painful truth behind this catastrophe. With 512 pages filled with meticulously researched archival material and powerful first-hand testimonies, 'Red Famine' unearths the chilling reality of how the Soviet state manipulated circumstances to suppress Ukrainian aspirations and dismantle its cultural identity.
This book not only captures survivor accounts of unimaginable human suffering but also illustrates the strategies employed by Soviet authorities to fabricate a narrative that denied the existence of this famine. Witness the resilience of individuals who stood against the tide of oppression and attempted to alleviate the suffering of their fellow countrymen. 'Red Famine' is more than just a historical account; it is a tribute to those who perished in silence and a crucial work in understanding the broader implications of state-induced famine and its lasting impact on national identity.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, this comprehensive exploration into the depths of human despair is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the severity of starvation as a tool for political oppression. Get your copy today and engage with the profound truths that shaped Ukraine's past and continue to resonate today.
**Delivery Information:** We offer fast and reliable delivery options so you can receive your copy of 'Red Famine' quickly and conveniently, ensuring that you can start your journey through this important narrative without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141978284
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512
Description:
In 1932-33, nearly four million Ukrainians died of starvation, having been deliberately deprived of food. Red Famine shows how this happened, who was responsible, and what the consequences were. The book draws on a mass of archival material and first-hand testimony. It includes accounts by survivors describing what human beings can do when driven mad by hunger. It shows how the Soviet state used propaganda to turn neighbours against each other in order to expunge supposedly 'anti-revolutionary' elements. It also records the actions of extraordinary individuals who did all they could to relieve the suffering.
The famine was rapidly followed by an attack on Ukraine's cultural and political leadership - and then by a denial that it had ever happened. The Soviet authorities were determined not only that Ukraine should abandon its national aspirations, but that the country's true history should be buried along with its millions of victims. Red Famine, a triumph of scholarship and human sympathy, is a milestone in the recovery of those memories and that history.
This book not only captures survivor accounts of unimaginable human suffering but also illustrates the strategies employed by Soviet authorities to fabricate a narrative that denied the existence of this famine. Witness the resilience of individuals who stood against the tide of oppression and attempted to alleviate the suffering of their fellow countrymen. 'Red Famine' is more than just a historical account; it is a tribute to those who perished in silence and a crucial work in understanding the broader implications of state-induced famine and its lasting impact on national identity.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, this comprehensive exploration into the depths of human despair is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the severity of starvation as a tool for political oppression. Get your copy today and engage with the profound truths that shaped Ukraine's past and continue to resonate today.
**Delivery Information:** We offer fast and reliable delivery options so you can receive your copy of 'Red Famine' quickly and conveniently, ensuring that you can start your journey through this important narrative without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141978284
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512
Description:
In 1932-33, nearly four million Ukrainians died of starvation, having been deliberately deprived of food. Red Famine shows how this happened, who was responsible, and what the consequences were. The book draws on a mass of archival material and first-hand testimony. It includes accounts by survivors describing what human beings can do when driven mad by hunger. It shows how the Soviet state used propaganda to turn neighbours against each other in order to expunge supposedly 'anti-revolutionary' elements. It also records the actions of extraordinary individuals who did all they could to relieve the suffering.
The famine was rapidly followed by an attack on Ukraine's cultural and political leadership - and then by a denial that it had ever happened. The Soviet authorities were determined not only that Ukraine should abandon its national aspirations, but that the country's true history should be buried along with its millions of victims. Red Famine, a triumph of scholarship and human sympathy, is a milestone in the recovery of those memories and that history.