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The First Russian Revolution

The First Russian Revolution The Decembrist Revolt of 1825

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Publisher's Synopsis

Looking two hundred years in the past, an enlightening study of the neglected liberal tradition in Russian political thought with resonance for today.
 
On December 14, 1825, a group of young Russian army officers led three thousand troops to Senate Square in St. Petersburg, aiming to force the senate to adopt a liberal constitution and transform the Russian Empire. The Decembrist Revolt-as it came to be known-was suppressed, with a second uprising in the south meeting the same fate. Five leaders were executed, and many others exiled to Siberia. Why did so many young noblemen risk their lives for regime change, what was their vision for an alternative society, and what were the consequences for participants and their families? This book highlights the often-neglected liberal tradition in Russian political thought and the experiences of Decembrist wives and fiancées, offering a fresh reinterpretation in the light of recent events in Russia.

About the Publisher

Reaktion Books

Reaktion originally focused on the fields of art, architecture and design - its first book was Ian Hamilton Finlay: A Visual Primer by Yves Abrioux. In recent years Reaktion's list has broadened substantially, and now also encompasses animal studies, Asian art and culture, biography, cultural studies, current events, fashion, film, food history, geography, general history, music, philosophy, photography, politics, sports history and travel writing. Reaktion now produces around 80 new titles each year, and has about 600 titles in print.

Book information

ISBN: 9781836390213
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Pub date:
DEWEY: 947.073
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 285
Weight: 598g
Height: 170mm
Width: 241mm
Spine width: 29mm