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The Rise and Fall of the Soviets
Author: Martin Sixsmith
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Author Martin Sixsmith
Narrator Martin Sixsmith
SeriesRussia Series, Book 2
Duration 5h 40m
Martin Sixsmith continues his history of Russia, from the tumultuous events of 1917 to the country's re-emergence as one of the world's most powerful nations. After the whirlwind of the revolution, the Bolsheviks struggled to consolidate their victory. To rescue the economy and save the regime, Lenin made concessions to the people. But after his d...
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Author Martin Sixsmith
Narrator Martin Sixsmith
SeriesRussia, Book 1
Duration 5h 37m
The first 25 episodes from the landmark BBC Radio series. Martin Sixsmith brings his firsthand experience of reporting from Russia to this fascinating narrative, witnessing the critical moment when the Soviet Union finally lost its grip on power. Power struggles have a constant presence in his story, from the Mongol hordes that invaded in the 13th...
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