Description

This concise introduction traces communism from its intellectual origins and revolutionary ambitions to its development as a governing system and its changing place in the modern world. It examines the ideology’s political, economic, and social structures, while considering how communist states shaped everyday life, international relations, and debates about equality and power. With clear historical context and balanced analysis, the book offers an accessible guide to communism’s major ideas, varied practices, and enduring legacy.

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Oxford University Press

Published Jan 1, 2009

155 pages

ISBN: 9780199551545

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First Published

2009

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Communism: A Very Short Introduction by Leslie Holmes.

Political Violence
War/Trauma
Death/Grief
Racism/Discrimination