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Bronstein for Buffs: Your Comprehensive Guide to the Life and Work of Leon Trotsky

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Leon Trotsky, one of the most brilliant and controversial figures in Russian history, has finally received the comprehensive biography he deserves. Lyudmil Tsvetkov's Bronstein for Buffs is a meticulously researched and engagingly written account of Trotsky's life and work, from his early days as a revolutionary in Ukraine to his exile and assassination in Mexico.

Bronstein for Buffs

by Lyudmil Tsvetkov

5 out of 5

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Tsvetkov, a leading expert on Trotsky and the Russian Revolution, has drawn on a wealth of new sources to create a portrait of Trotsky that is both nuanced and insightful. He shows us a man who was both brilliant and often ruthless, a gifted orator and a master of political intrigue.

Tsvetkov also provides a detailed analysis of Trotsky's political and economic ideas, which have had a profound impact on the development of socialism and communism. He explores Trotsky's role in the Bolshevik Revolution, the Civil War, and the early years of the Soviet Union.

Bronstein for Buffs is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history, the Soviet Union, or the life and work of Leon Trotsky. It is a definitive biography of one of the most fascinating and influential figures of the 20th century.

In this book, you will learn about:

Trotsky's early life and education
His role in the Russian Revolution
His leadership of the Red Army during the Civil War
His conflict with Stalin
His exile and assassination
His political and economic ideas

Reviews

"Bronstein for Buffs is a major contribution to the study of Leon Trotsky and the Russian Revolution. Tsvetkov's meticulous research and insightful analysis make this book essential reading for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history." - Alexander Rabinowitch, Princeton University

"Tsvetkov has written a brilliant biography of Leon Trotsky. Bronstein for Buffs is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history, the Soviet Union, or the life and work of one of the most important figures of the 20th century." - Sheila Fitzpatrick, University of Chicago

About the Author

Lyudmil Tsvetkov is a leading expert on Leon Trotsky and the Russian Revolution. He is the author of several books on Trotsky, including The Life and Death of Leon Trotsky and Trotsky's Theory of Permanent Revolution. He is also a professor of history at the University of California, Berkeley.

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Bronstein for Buffs

by Lyudmil Tsvetkov

5 out of 5