Publisher's Synopsis
""The Assassination of Leon Trotsky: The Proofs of Stalin�������s Guilt"" is a non-fiction book written by Albert Goldman that delves into the circumstances surrounding the assassination of Leon Trotsky, a prominent Marxist revolutionary and Soviet politician. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Trotsky's murder in 1940, as well as the subsequent investigation and trial of his assassin, Ram������n Mercader. Goldman argues that Stalin was directly responsible for Trotsky's assassination, and presents evidence to support his claim. He examines the political climate of the Soviet Union at the time, as well as Stalin's personal motivations for wanting Trotsky dead. The book also explores the role of the Soviet secret police, the NKVD, in carrying out the assassination.In addition to its focus on the assassination itself, ""The Assassination of Leon Trotsky"" also provides a broader historical context for understanding the conflict between Trotsky and Stalin. The book delves into the ideological differences between the two men, as well as their personal animosity towards each other.Overall, ""The Assassination of Leon Trotsky"" is a meticulously researched and compelling account of one of the most significant political assassinations of the 20th century. It sheds light on the brutal tactics employed by Stalin and his regime, and offers insight into the complex political landscape of the Soviet Union during this period.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.
