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Telling October: Memory And The Making Of The Bolshevik Revolution
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All Revolutionary Regimes Seek To Legitimize Themselves Through Foundation Narratives That, Told And Retold, Become Constituent Parts Of The Social Fabric, Erasing Or Pushing Aside Alternative Histories. Frederick C. Corney Draws On A Wide Range Of Sourcesarchives, Published Works, Filmsto Explore The Potent Foundation Narrative Of Russia'S Great October Socialist Revolution. He Shows That Even As It Fought A Bloody Civil War With The Forces That Sought To Displace It, The Bolshevik Regime Set About Creating A New Historical Genealogy Of Which The October Revolution Was The Only Possible Culmination.This New Narrative Was Forged Through A Complex Process That Included The Sacralization Of October Through Ritualized Celebrations, Its Institutionalization In Museums And Professional Institutes Devoted To Its Study, And Ambitious Campaigns To Persuade The Masses That Their Lives Were An Inextricable Part Of This Historical Process. By The Late 1920S, The Bolshevik Regime Had Transformed Its Representation Of What Had Occurred In 1917 Into A New Orthodoxy, The October Revolution.Corney Investigates Efforts To Convey The Dramatic Essence Of 1917 As A Bolshevik Story Through The Increasingly Elaborate Anniversary Celebrations Of 1918, 1919, And 1920. He Also Describes How Official Commissions During The 1920S Sought To Institutionalize This New Foundation Narrative As History And Memory. In The Book'S Final Chapter, The Author Assesses The State Of The October Narrative At Its Tenth Anniversary, Paying Particular Attention To The Versions Presented In The Celebratory Films By Eisenstein And Pudovkin. A Brief Epilogue Assesses October'S Fate In The Years Since The Collapse Of The Soviet Union.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Telling October' by Frederick Corney? A: 'Telling October' explores the foundation narratives of the Bolshevik Revolution, examining how the regime sought to legitimize itself through historical storytelling.
- Q: What type of sources does the author use in the book? A: Frederick C. Corney draws on a variety of sources including archives, published works, and films to support his analysis of the October Revolution.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of previous use but remains functional.
- Q: How many pages does 'Telling October' have? A: 'Telling October' contains 320 pages, providing an in-depth examination of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Telling October'? A: The author of 'Telling October' is Frederick C. Corney, a scholar with expertise in Russian history.
- Q: When was 'Telling October' published? A: 'Telling October' was published on June 23, 2004.
- Q: Is 'Telling October' an illustrated edition? A: Yes, the book is described as an illustrated edition, which may include visuals to complement the text.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Telling October'? A: The book explores themes such as historical memory, narrative construction, and the legitimization of revolutionary regimes.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for understanding the Bolshevik Revolution? A: Yes, 'Telling October' provides insights into the Bolshevik regime's narrative strategies, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of the revolution.