{"product_id":"red-star-over-the-third-world","title":"Red Star Over the Third World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe October Revolution inspired millions of people beyond Russia, demonstrating that the working class and peasantry could be allied and form an opposing government in their image. This book explores the ideological power of the Revolution in the Global South, showing how another world was possible for a brief moment. It is a small book with a large hope that a new generation will recognize the importance of this revolutionary spirit for the working class and peasantry. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 April 2019\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pluto Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe October Revolution, a transformative event that reverberated across continents, left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of millions. From Cuba to Vietnam, from China to South Africa, its impact extended far beyond the borders of Russia. This revolutionary movement demonstrated that the masses had the power to overthrow autocratic regimes and shape their own destiny. The notion that the working class and peasantry could unite, fueled by the unwavering strength and necessity of a vanguard party, ignited a wave of multiplying revolutions that swept across the globe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book serves as a captivating exploration of the ideological influence of the October Revolution in the Global South. It delves into the lives and legacies of figures such as Ho Chí Minh, Fidel Castro, and those who grappled with the concept of polycentric Communism and the collective memories of Communism. Through its pages, we witness how, for a fleeting moment, a different world was indeed possible. While it may not encompass a comprehensive analysis, this small book holds a profound hope—that a new generation will come to recognize the immense significance of this revolutionary spirit for the working class and peasantry in regions that have long endured the oppression of colonial domination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet us embark on this journey, unearthing the rich tapestry of history and shedding light on the enduring legacies of the October Revolution. As we delve into the stories of those who fought for a better future, we are reminded of the power of collective action and the indomitable spirit of the human quest for freedom and equality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 182g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 137 x 214 x 10 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780745339665                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vijay Prashad","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44101328109818,"sku":"9780745339665","price":13.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/678ad09b2b75b64323ca95bce4dc16cf.jpg?v=1627705848","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/red-star-over-the-third-world","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}