Length4h 12m
About this audiobook
"My Further Disillusionment in Russia" by Emma Goldman explores her deep sense of betrayal following the Russian Revolution. Initially inspired by the Bolshevik movement, Goldman becomes disenchanted when she witnesses the oppressive regime it establishes. The book's themes center around the tragic irony of a revolution gone astray and the dangers of totalitarianism, emphasizing the betrayal of revolutionary ideals.
Goldman narrates her experiences from 1920-1921, highlighting key historical events like the Kronstadt Rebellion and the brutal suppression of dissent. She critiques the Red Terror, economic policies that strangled freedom, and Lenin's leadership, arguing that the new regime stifled the very liberty it promised. Her poignant observations serve as a critique not just of Soviet Russia, but of any system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few.
In today's context, the book's themes resonate with contemporary issues of authoritarianism, freedom of speech, and civil liberties. With rising concerns about democratic backsliding and the erosion of human rights across the globe, Goldman's reflections serve as a stark warning. They underscore the perennial struggle between ideals and reality in political movements.
Her account challenges modern readers to critically assess their own societies. Are current governing bodies respecting the principles they claim to uphold? How can individuals protect democratic values and resist authoritarian tendencies? Goldman's journey from hope to disillusionment provides valuable lessons for safeguarding freedom and justice in any era.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Politics and Government
Length4 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 14, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1My Further Disillusionment in Russia
2PUBLISHERS’ NOTE
3PREFACE
4CHAPTER I ODESSA
5CHAPTER II RETURNING TO MOSCOW
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6CHAPTER III BACK IN PETROGRAD
7CHAPTER IV ARCHANGEL AND RETURN
8CHAPTER V DEATH AND FUNERAL OF PETER KROPOTKIN
9CHAPTER VI KRONSTADT
10CHAPTER VII PERSECUTION OF ANARCHISTS
11CHAPTER VIII TRAVELLING SALESMEN OF THE REVOLUTION
12CHAPTER IX EDUCATION AND CULTURE
13CHAPTER X EXPLOITING THE FAMINE
14CHAPTER XI THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC RESORTS TO DEPORTATION
15CHAPTER XII AFTERWORD
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