The Russian Pendulum

The Russian Pendulum: Autocracy, Democracy, Bolshevism is a historical book written by Arthur Bullard and first published in 1919. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political and social conditions in Russia during the early 20th century, focusing on the transition of power from the Tsarist autocracy to the democratic government and eventually to the Bolshevik regime. Bullard, an American journalist who lived in Russia for several years, brings a unique perspective to the subject matter. He provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Russian Revolution of 1917, including the economic, social, and political factors that contributed to the downfall of the Tsarist regime. The book also explores the rise of the democratic government under Alexander Kerensky and the challenges it faced in trying to establish a stable and democratic system of governance. Bullard provides a critical analysis of the failures of the democratic government and its eventual collapse, paving the way for the Bolsheviks to seize power. The latter half of the book focuses on the Bolshevik regime and its impact on the Russian people. Bullard provides a detailed account of the Bolsheviks' policies and their impact on the economy, society, and culture of Russia. He also explores the role of Lenin and Trotsky in shaping the Bolshevik government and their struggles to maintain power in the face of opposition from both internal and external forces. Overall, The Russian Pendulum: Autocracy, Democracy, Bolshevism is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most tumultuous periods in Russian history. It provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the downfall of the Tsarist regime and the rise of the Bolsheviks. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian history or the history of political revolutions.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.