Publisher's Synopsis
One Who Survived: The Life Story Of A Russian Under The Soviets is a memoir written by Alexander Barmine, a Russian who lived through the tumultuous period of Soviet rule in Russia. The book provides an insight into Barmine's life, starting from his childhood and continuing through his time as a student in Moscow, his work as a diplomat in the Soviet Union, and his eventual defection to the United States. Barmine's memoir offers a unique perspective on the Soviet Union during the early 20th century, as he experienced firsthand the political and social upheavals that occurred during this time. He witnessed the rise of the Bolsheviks and the establishment of the Soviet state, as well as the brutal repression of dissent and the purges that followed. Throughout the book, Barmine describes his personal experiences in vivid detail, including his imprisonment and torture at the hands of the Soviet authorities. He also provides insights into the lives of ordinary Russians during this time, highlighting the challenges they faced under Soviet rule. Overall, One Who Survived is a compelling and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on the Soviet Union during a period of great upheaval and change. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history or the Soviet Union.Life After The Revolution And Under The Reign Of Stalin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
