The Revolution to Come: A History of an Idea from Thucydides to Lenin

Author: Dan Edelstein

Title: The Revolution to Come: A History of an Idea from Thucydides to Lenin

Binding: Hardcover

Number Of Pages: 432

Release Date: 2025-04-15

Details: In an age where the very idea of revolution can ignite passion and provoke fear, *The Revolution to Come: A History of an Idea from Thucydides to Lenin* plunges into the heart of this ideological battleground. Author Dan Edelstein takes us on a sweeping journey from the chaos of Greek antiquity to the fervour of Leninist Russia, revealing how perceptions of history have shifted from viewing revolution as a perilous disruption to recognising it as a potential harbinger of justice and progress. As the Enlightenment redefined historical narrative, revolutions emerged as both catalysts for change and sources of division, often leading to violence against perceived counterrevolutionaries. Edelstein's masterful exploration challenges us to confront the complexities of revolutionary ideals and their consequences, urging a critical reflection on the balance between stability and the yearning for transformation in our tumultuous times. Immerse yourself in this panoramic intellectual history that resonates deeply with today's political landscape.

EAN: 9780691231853

Languages: English