
Ten Days That Shook the World
The October Revolution (Including "The Communist Manifesto")By Karl MarxLength16h 16m
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In "Ten Days That Shook the World," Karl Marx offers a gripping and detailed account of the October Revolution in Russia, which marked a seismic shift in the geopolitical landscape of the early 20th century. Marx'Äôs incisive narrative style, laced with vivid imagery and impassioned prose, immerses readers in the fervor and chaos of revolutionary fervor. By employing a blend of political analysis and historical narrative, he captures not only the events of the revolution but also the underlying social and economic forces that propelled these changes, presenting a crucial moment in the context of Marxist theory and its call for proletarian rebellion against oppressive regimes. Born in 1818 in Prussia, Karl Marx was a philosopher, economist, and revolutionary socialist whose life experiences'Äîincluding exile and encounters with various intellectual currents'Äîshaped his powerful call for societal transformation. His works, especially co-authored pieces like "The Communist Manifesto," provide a philosophical backdrop to "Ten Days That Shook the World," elucidating his belief in the necessity of class struggle and the liberation of the working class from capitalist oppression. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in revolutionary theory, history, and the intricate dynamics of social change. It not only serves as a historical account but also as a potent analysis of power, ideology, and the interplay of social forces. Engaging with Marx'Äôs narrative will deepen your understanding of modern political thought and the enduring legacy of revolution.
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length16 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Ten Days That Shook the World
2Chapter I Background
3Chapter II The Coming Storm
4Chapter III On the Eve
5Chapter IV The Fall of the Provisional Government
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6Chapter V Plunging Ahead
7Chapter VI The Committee for Salvation
8Chapter VII The Revolutionary Front
9Chapter VIII Counter-Revolution
10Chapter IX Victory
11Chapter X Moscow
12Chapter XI The Conquest of Power
13Chapter XII The Peasants’ Congress
14Appendices I - XII (pt. 1)
15Appendices I - XII (pt. 2)
16Notes and Explanations
17Preface
18Manifesto of the Communist Party.
19I. Bourgeois and Proletarians.3
20II. Proletarians and Communists.
21III. Socialist and Communist Literature.
22IV. Position of the Communists in Relation to the Various Existing Opposition Parties.