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by David Footman (Author)
""Red Prelude: The Life Of The Russian Terrorist, Zhelyabov"" by David Footman is a biography of the revolutionary and terrorist Andrei Ivanovich Zhelyabov, who was a key figure in the revolutionary movement in Russia in the late 19th century. The book traces Zhelyabov's life from his early years as a student and his involvement in revolutionary activities, to his leadership role in the People's Will organization, which was responsible for the assassination of Tsar Alexander II in 1881. The book provides a detailed account of Zhelyabov's political beliefs and his role in the revolutionary movement, as well as his personal life and relationships with other revolutionaries. It also explores the wider political and social context of the time, including the growing discontent among the Russian people and the government's attempts to suppress dissent. Overall, ""Red Prelude"" offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of Russia's most notorious revolutionaries and provides a valuable perspective on the political and social upheavals of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
