Publisher's Synopsis
""Six Red Months in Russia"" is a first-hand account of the Russian Revolution of 1917 and the subsequent establishment of the Bolshevik government. Written by the American journalist Louise Bryant, the book provides a detailed and insightful perspective on the events leading up to the revolution, as well as the social and political conditions that existed in Russia at the time.Bryant's account is based on her experiences as a correspondent for the ""International News Service"" in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) from 1917 to 1918. She witnessed the October Revolution, the overthrow of the Provisional Government, and the rise of the Bolsheviks. Her observations provide a unique insight into the workings of the Bolshevik government, including the establishment of the Red Army, the nationalization of industry, and the introduction of land reform.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the social and political conditions in Russia before the revolution, including the role of the Tsarist regime, the impact of World War I, and the emergence of revolutionary movements. The second part focuses on the events of the revolution itself, including the rise of the Bolsheviks, the establishment of the Soviet government, and the subsequent civil war.Overall, ""Six Red Months in Russia"" is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most significant events of the 20th century. Bryant's writing is engaging and accessible, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the Russian Revolution and the early years of Soviet Russia.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.
