Communism: A History by Richard Pipes (Hardcover)

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“Communism: A History” is a book written by Richard Pipes, a historian and scholar of Russian history. The book was first published in 2001. Richard Pipes, who passed away in 2018, was a prominent conservative historian and a professor of history at Harvard University.

In “Communism: A History,” Pipes provides an overview of the historical development of communism, examining its origins, ideology, and impact on the world. Pipes was known for his critical stance towards communism, and his work often reflects a conservative perspective. The book covers the evolution of communist ideas from the early utopian visions to the practical implementations in various countries, particularly focusing on the Soviet Union.