Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
From the accliamed authority on Russia and the Russian Revolution--the final volume in his magisterial history of the Russian Revolution, covering the period from the outbreak of the Civil War in 1918 to Lenin's death in 1924 Offers a penetrating analysis of the making of the Soviet system.... It is] a passionate book whose outstanding scholarship is rooted in universal values like truth, honor, responsibility and the sacredness of human life. --Philadelphia Inquirer
Timely.... The work is enriched in intriguing ways by the author's access to the once-secret archives of the Soviet Union. --Los Angeles Times
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [561]-563) and index.