Publisher's Synopsis
""Little Grandmother of the Russian Revolution"" is a book that depicts the life of Catherine Breshkovsky, a revolutionary figure who played a significant role in the Russian Revolution. The book is a collection of reminiscences and letters written by Breshkovsky herself, which provide a detailed account of her life and struggles.Breshkovsky was born in 1844 in Russia and grew up in a wealthy family. However, she became disillusioned with the social and political conditions in Russia and became involved in revolutionary activities. She was arrested and exiled to Siberia, where she spent many years in prison.Despite the hardships, Breshkovsky continued to work for the cause of the revolution and became known as the ""Little Grandmother"" of the movement. She played a key role in organizing and mobilizing the peasants and workers, and her tireless efforts helped to bring about the downfall of the Tsarist regime.The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of this remarkable woman and the turbulent times in which she lived. It is a testament to her courage, determination, and unwavering commitment to the cause of social justice. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Russian Revolution and the role of women in revolutionary movements.1927. The Russian Revolution was one of the great events of modern history. It was the fruit of the labors and sacrifices of thousands of Russia's noblest men and women. Preeminent among these is the figure of Catherine Breshkovsky, born Ekaterina Constantinovna Breshko-Breshkovskaya, known affectionately as Baboushka, the Dear Little Grandmother of the Russian Revolution. This work is a compilation of Madame Breshkovsky's account of her childhood and youth dictated to Dr. Cahan and the narrative of her life to her first arrest, early prison experiences and an outline of her later life which she gave to Ernest Poole.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.
