Lenin A Revolutionary Life

From a highly distinguished author on the subject, this biography is an excellent scholarly introduction to one of the key figures of the Russian Revolution and post-Tsarist Russia. Not only does it make use of archive material made newly available in the glasnost and post-Soviet eras, it re-examines traditional sources as well, providing an original interpretation of Lenin's life and historical importance.Focal points of this study are:* Lenin's revolutionary ascetic personality* how he exploited culture, education and propaganda* his relationship to Marxism* his changing class analysis of Russia* his 'populist' instincts.A prominent figure at the forefront of debates on the Russina revolution, Read makes sure that Lenin remains in his place as a highly influential and significant figure of the recent past.Read, Christopher is the author of 'Lenin A Revolutionary Life', published 2005 under ISBN 9780415206495 and ISBN 0415206499.