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Leon Trotsky

An Illustrated Introduction
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Leon Trotsky: An Illustrated Introduction offers an engaging and well-researched exploration of the life and ideas of Leon Trotsky, a key figure in the Russian Revolution. The graphic novel traces his journey from imprisonment to revolutionary leadership, culminating in his exile and assassination by Stalin, blending humour with historical insight.
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This graphic novel is ideal for readers interested in political history, revolutionary figures, and those who appreciate illustrated biographies that combine education with entertainment.

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This illustrated introduction's irreverent cartoons will amuse readers, and surprise them with its sophisticated portrait of Trotsky's life and works.

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Amusing, well-researched, and surprisingly sophisticated, Leon Trotsky: An Illustrated Introduction is the perfect primer on the life and thought of the great leader and chronicler of the Russian Revolution.

With sympathy and humour, Tariq Ali and Phil Evans trace Trotsky's political career, from prison to the pinnacle of revolutionary power, and finally to his eventual exile and murder by Joseph Stalin.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781608461868

Publisher: Haymarket Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Haymarket Books

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Phil Evans

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 176

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