Russische revolution stalin biography
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Russische revolution stalin biography
Stalin: Passage to Revolution
2020 book by Ronald Grigor Suny
Stalin: Passage to Revolution is a 2020 biography of Joseph Stalin by American historian, political scientist and academic Ronald Grigor Suny.[1] The book won the 2021 Deutscher Memorial Prize.[2][3]
Summary
The biography delves into Joseph Stalin's formative years, exploring his transformation from a poverty-stricken, idealistic youth to a cunning and formidable figure in Russian history.
Suny examines Stalin's early life in the Caucasus, tracing his evolution from a Georgian nationalist to a ruthless political operative within the Bolshevik movement. Drawing on new archival evidence, Suny portrays Stalin's journey through turbulent times, from his involvement in underground activism to his ascent within Bolshevik ranks.
The book highlights Stalin's ideological shifts, his engagement in debates of his era, and his abandonment of religious faith in pursuit of power.[1]