communism

A reprint of the early twentieth-century text in which Russian leader V. I. Lenin elaborates the principles upon which the Bolshevik, or Communist Party was founded.

A historical look at anticommunism in the United States especially during the cold war years and its effect on foreign policy, domestic politics and the arms race.

Using documents from the archives of the former Soviet Union shows the inner workings of the American Communist Party and its espionage apparatus with direct ties to the Soviet Union.

A concise overview of the life, works, and philosophical beliefs of Karl Marx that also provides excerpts of his writings, chronologies of significant philosophical dates and Marx's life and times, and an annotated selected bibliography.

Discusses the historical background, psychological roots, strengths, weaknesses, practices, evolution, and future of these political systems.

Presents a comprehensive biography of nineteenth-century German philosopher, social scientist, and revolutionary Karl Marx and discusses his early accomplishments and overall impact on history.

Contains over four hundred alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of communism in the twentieth century, covering major figures, events, ideas and concepts, organizations and movements, and other topics.

Analyzes the ideas of Mao Tse-tung, describing how his thought progressed throughout the years and the impact he had on Chinese politics, society, and economics.

Presents over one hundred archival photographs, color maps, and illustrations depicting the revolution and socialist government of Mao Zedong and examines Chinese culture and society under his leadership as well as the changes to China since his death.

Offers a comparative history of Nazi Germany and Stalinist Russia, describing the private and public lives of Hitler and Stalin, their ascents to power, the ways they dominated politics, culture, and economy, and each regime's lasting, violent legacy.