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“Lenin: A Biography” is a biography of Vladimir Lenin, the revolutionary leader and founder of the Soviet Union. The book was written by David Shub, an American journalist and author.
Published in 1948, “Lenin: A Biography” provides an in-depth look at Lenin’s life, political activities, and the events that led to the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917. The biography covers Lenin’s early years, his role in the Russian Social Democratic Labor Party, his leadership during the October Revolution, and his subsequent efforts to consolidate Bolshevik power and establish a socialist state.
David Shub’s biography of Lenin offers insights into the political and historical context of the time and delves into Lenin’s ideology, strategies, and interactions with other prominent figures of the era. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Lenin’s life and his impact on world history.
While the biography was written shortly after Lenin’s death and during a period of heightened political tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union, it remains a valuable source for those interested in studying the life and influence of one of the key figures of the 20th century
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