The Practice and Theory of Bolshevism

The Practice and Theory of Bolshevism by Bertrand Russell is a critical examination of the Bolshevik revolution and its philosophical underpinnings. Drawing from his visit to Soviet Russia in 1920, Russell explores the political, economic, and moral dimensions of Bolshevism. While sympathetic to socialist ideals, he warns against authoritarianism and centralized control, offering a nuanced critique of revolutionary socialism and state power.