Publisher's Synopsis
""A Diary of the Russian Revolution"" is a firsthand account of the tumultuous events that took place in Russia in 1918. Written by James Lawrence Houghteling Jr., an American diplomat who was stationed in Russia during this time, the book provides a unique perspective on the revolution from an outsider's point of view. The diary covers the period from January to May 1918, during which time Houghteling witnessed firsthand the collapse of the Russian monarchy, the rise of the Bolsheviks, and the subsequent civil war that would ravage the country for years to come. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the people and places Houghteling encountered during his time in Russia, as well as his thoughts and observations on the political and social upheaval that was taking place around him. ""A Diary of the Russian Revolution"" is an invaluable historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most important events of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
