Publisher's Synopsis
Red Prelude: The Life of the Russian Terrorist, Zhelyabov is a biographical book written by David Footman. The book tells the story of Andrei Zhelyabov, a Russian revolutionary and terrorist who was an important figure in the People's Will movement, a group that sought to overthrow the Tsarist regime in the late 19th century.The book explores the life of Zhelyabov, from his childhood in a small village to his involvement in revolutionary activities in St. Petersburg. Footman provides a detailed account of Zhelyabov's political beliefs and his role in organizing the assassination of Tsar Alexander II in 1881.The book also delves into the personal life of Zhelyabov, including his relationships with other revolutionaries and his romantic involvement with fellow revolutionary Sofia Perovskaya. Footman provides a nuanced portrayal of Zhelyabov, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and a person.Red Prelude: The Life of the Russian Terrorist, Zhelyabov is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on an important period in Russian history. It is recommended for anyone interested in Russian politics, history, or revolutionary movements.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.
