Leaves from a Russian Diary: And Thirty Years After (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258091378)

""Leaves From A Russian Diary: And Thirty Years After"" is a non-fiction book written by Pitirim Aleksandrovich Sorokin. The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's personal experiences and reflections on the tumultuous period of Russian history from the early 1900s to the 1930s. Sorokin was a prominent sociologist and a witness to the dramatic changes that occurred in Russia during this time, including the fall of the Tsarist regime, the Bolshevik Revolution, and the subsequent rise of the Soviet Union. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is a diary that Sorokin kept during his early years in Russia, while the second part is a retrospective analysis of his experiences and observations thirty years later.In the diary section, Sorokin provides a vivid and intimate portrayal of life in Russia during the early 1900s. He describes his childhood in a small village, his education in Moscow, and his encounters with various political and cultural figures of the time. He also documents the social and economic conditions of the country, including the poverty and inequality that plagued many Russians.In the second part of the book, Sorokin reflects on his experiences and provides a critical analysis of the political and social changes that occurred in Russia during his lifetime. He examines the rise of communism and the Soviet Union, as well as the impact of these developments on Russian society and culture. He also discusses his own intellectual and personal journey, including his eventual emigration from Russia to the United States.Overall, ""Leaves From A Russian Diary: And Thirty Years After"" is a fascinating and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important periods in Russian history. Sorokin's personal experiences and reflections provide a valuable contribution to our understanding of the complex and often tumultuous nature of Russian society and politics during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Pitirim Aleksandrovich Sorokin
ISBN-10: 1258091372
ISBN-13: 9781258091378
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 08/19/2011
Pages: 358
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.53lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d