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German Revolution, 1917-1923
Historical Materialism, Volume 5
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A magisterial, definitive account of the upheavals in Germany in the wake of the Russian revolution. Broue meticulously reconstitutes six decisive years, 1917-1923, of social struggles in Germany. the consequences of the defeat of the German revolution had profound consequences for the world.
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German Revolution, 1917-1923 by Pierre Broue is praised for its thorough analysis of a pivotal period in German history. Reviewers commend the book's detailed exploration of the political and social upheavals, as well as Broue's ability to make complex historical events accessible. The work is often highlighted for its comprehensive research and engaging narrative style, making it a valuable resource for those interested in revolutionary movements and early 20th-century European history.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781931859325
Publisher: Haymarket Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 May 2006
Country: United States
Imprint: Haymarket Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 1050g
Pages: 991
About the Author
Pierre Broue (1926-2005) was for many years Professor of Contemporary History at the Institut d'etudes politiques in Grenoble. A world renowned specialist of the communist and international workers' movements, he is the editor of Leon Trotsky's writings in French. Eric D. Weitz is a professor of German History at the University of Minnesota. He is the author, most recently, of A Century of Genocide: Utopias of Race and Nation (Princeton University Press)
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