Description
- Reading age: 7 – 17 years
- Print length: 262 pages
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 15.24 x 2.06 x 22.86 cm
- Publisher: Praeger Pub Text
- Publication date: 1 April 2002
- ISBN-10: 027597474X
- ISBN-13: 978-0275974749
Original price was: ₹10,235.00.₹8,188.00Current price is: ₹8,188.00.
Explore the tumultuous Russian Revolution through the eyes of J. Butler Wright, counselor to the American Embassy in Petrograd. Witness firsthand the collapse of Imperial Russia and the rise of the Soviet Union in this compelling diary and letters. From official audiences with the Tsar to perilous journeys on the Trans-Siberian Railway, Wright meticulously documents the daily uncertainty, diplomatic challenges, and personal anxieties of a family caught in history’s storm. ‘Witness to Revolution’ offers a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on one of the 20th century’s most pivotal events, revealing the dangers of crisis diplomacy and the profound human element of duty amidst chaos. Discover a rare glimpse into revolutionary Russia, intrigue, and the quest for an effective American response. Perfect for history enthusiasts and readers of Russian history.
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