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LoC No.: 21026088

Title: Russia in the Shadows

Note: Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Petersburg in collapse -- Drift and salvage -- The quintessence of Bolshevism -- The creative effort in Russia -- The Petersburg Soviet: a legislative mass meeting -- The dreamer in the Kremlin -- The envoy.

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Summary: "Russia in the Shadows" by H. G. Wells is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the state of Russia following the Bolshevik revolution, particularly focusing on the social, political, and economic collapse of the country. As Wells recounts his observations during a trip to Petersburg and Moscow, he presents a vivid portrayal of the chaos and hardships faced by the Russian populace in the aftermath of the revolution. At the start of the work, Wells describes his return to Russia after a previous visit in 1914, emphasizing the shocking changes wrought by years of war and upheaval. Observing Petersburg's almost complete disintegration, he notes the stark contrast between its former vibrancy and its current state of destitution, with closed shops and a dramatically reduced population. Wells details the dire living conditions, widespread shortages, and adaptations made by the people to survive. In particular, he highlights the role of the Bolshevik government in attempting to maintain order amid the chaos, as well as the resilience of the citizens, who carry on with their lives, seeking ways to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing society. As the opening chapters unfold, Wells sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the implications of the revolution and the sociopolitical dynamics within post-revolutionary Russia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946

EBook No.: 60173

Published: Aug 26, 2019

Downloads: 147

Language: English

Subject: Communism -- Soviet Union

Subject: Soviet Union -- Social conditions

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60173:2 2019-08-26T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Wells, H. G. (Herbert George) en urn:lccn:21026088 1
2024-11-09T23:41:14Z Russia in the Shadows

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 21026088

Title: Russia in the Shadows

Note: Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Petersburg in collapse -- Drift and salvage -- The quintessence of Bolshevism -- The creative effort in Russia -- The Petersburg Soviet: a legislative mass meeting -- The dreamer in the Kremlin -- The envoy.

Credits: Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Russia in the Shadows" by H. G. Wells is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the state of Russia following the Bolshevik revolution, particularly focusing on the social, political, and economic collapse of the country. As Wells recounts his observations during a trip to Petersburg and Moscow, he presents a vivid portrayal of the chaos and hardships faced by the Russian populace in the aftermath of the revolution. At the start of the work, Wells describes his return to Russia after a previous visit in 1914, emphasizing the shocking changes wrought by years of war and upheaval. Observing Petersburg's almost complete disintegration, he notes the stark contrast between its former vibrancy and its current state of destitution, with closed shops and a dramatically reduced population. Wells details the dire living conditions, widespread shortages, and adaptations made by the people to survive. In particular, he highlights the role of the Bolshevik government in attempting to maintain order amid the chaos, as well as the resilience of the citizens, who carry on with their lives, seeking ways to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing society. As the opening chapters unfold, Wells sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the implications of the revolution and the sociopolitical dynamics within post-revolutionary Russia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946

EBook No.: 60173

Published: Aug 26, 2019

Downloads: 147

Language: English

Subject: Communism -- Soviet Union

Subject: Soviet Union -- Social conditions

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60173:3 2019-08-26T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Wells, H. G. (Herbert George) en urn:lccn:21026088 1