War And Revolution In Russia 1914-1917 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548153543)

War and Revolution in Russia 1914-1917 is a historical book written by Basil Gourko. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place in Russia during the period of 1914-1917. The author examines the impact of World War I on Russia, and how it led to the downfall of the Tsarist regime. He also explores the various social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the revolution in Russia.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the revolution. The author begins by providing a background of Russia before the war, and then goes on to discuss the impact of the war on the country. He describes the military failures of the Russian army, and how it led to widespread discontent among the population.The author then delves into the various revolutionary movements that emerged during this period, including the Bolsheviks and the Mensheviks. He provides a detailed account of their ideologies, and how they gained support among the masses.The book also covers the role of key figures in the revolution, such as Lenin and Trotsky. The author examines their leadership styles, and how they were able to mobilize the masses towards their cause.Overall, War and Revolution in Russia 1914-1917 is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most significant periods in Russian history. It provides readers with a deep understanding of the factors that led to the revolution, and how it changed the course of Russian history.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: Basil Gourko
ISBN-10: 054815354X
ISBN-13: 9780548153543
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 440
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d