Alexander Shlyapnikov, 1885-1937: Life of an Old Bolshevik

This volume recounts the political formation and positions of Russian trade unionist and 'old Bolshevik' Alexander Shlyapnikov. Famous for his role in the Workers' Opposition, and his calls for trade unions to realize workers' mastery over the economy, this biography--the first in any language--offe [...]
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This volume recounts the political formation and positions of Russian trade unionist and 'old Bolshevik' Alexander Shlyapnikov. Famous for his role in the Workers' Opposition, and his calls for trade unions to realize workers' mastery over the economy, this biography--the first in any language--offers a little seen 'on the shop floor' view of life within the Russian revolutionary movement.