Publisher's Synopsis
Total Empire: The Roots and Progress of World Communism is a comprehensive analysis of the origins, development, and impact of communism on a global scale. Written by Edmund A. Walsh, an American Jesuit priest and political scientist, the book provides a detailed examination of the ideology, tactics, and strategies of communist movements and regimes throughout history.The book begins by tracing the roots of communism to the French Revolution and the writings of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. From there, Walsh explores the spread of communism throughout Europe and Asia, including the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia, the rise of Mao Zedong in China, and the spread of communism to Cuba, Vietnam, and other parts of the world.Throughout the book, Walsh examines the various forms of communism, from Soviet-style socialism to Maoism and other variations. He also explores the impact of communism on society, including its effects on economics, politics, and culture.Total Empire is a thorough and insightful analysis of one of the most influential ideologies of the 20th century. It provides a valuable perspective on the history of communism and its impact on the world, making it an important read for anyone interested in politics, history, or international relations.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.
