Ebook: The Origins of the Russian Revolution, 1861-1917

Looks at the roots of what has been described as the most important political event in the history of the twentieth century, from the emancipation of the serfs in 1861 to the Bolshevik uprising in 1917.;Book Cover -- Title -- Contents -- Foreword -- Preface to the second edition -- Notes and acknowledgements -- Chronological table of events -- Glossary of Russian technical terms -- Map: The Russian Empire to 1917 -- Introduction -- Autocracy and opposition -- Reform and reaction -- Rebellion and constitution -- War and revolution -- Interpretations and conclusions -- Suggestions for further reading.