by Martin Mc Cauley (Author)
One of the most successful dictators of the twentieth century, Stalin believed that fashioning a better tomorrow was worth sacrificing the lives of millions today. He built a modern Russia on the corpses of millions of its citizens.
First published in 1983, Stalin and Stalinism has established itself as one of the most popular textbooks for those who want to understand the Stalin phenomenon. Written in a clear and accessible manner, and fully updated throughout to incorporate recent research findings, the book also contains a chronology of key events, Who's Who and Guide to Further Reading.
This concise assessment of one of the major figures of twentieth century world history remains an essential purchase for students studying the subject.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 204
Edition: 3
Publisher: Longman
Published: 17 Jul 2008
ISBN 10: 1405874368
ISBN 13: 9781405874366
Book Overview: The ideal book to help students understand the background and long term influence of one of the great monsters of the twentieth century.