Disillusioned by communism as a young man, Wolfe devoted his life
to the study and writing of Russian history. These essays show how
clearly he understood the precious quality of freedom and the
durability of despotism as it is experienced under totalitarian
governments. His analyses of the contemporary Soviet scene, though
often at odds with prevailing opinion, have repeatedly proven to be
correct.
Originally published in 1981.
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