History Of The Makhnovist Movement, 1918 1921 by Peter Arshinov

Anarchists in the Russian Revolution

This book provides a detailed account of the Makhnovist movement, a revolutionary anarchist group that emerged in Ukraine during the tumultuous years of the Russian Civil War. It chronicles the rise and fall of this grassroots movement led by Nestor Makhno, which sought to establish a stateless society based on principles of self-governance, mutual aid, and direct democracy. The narrative delves into the socio-political landscape of the time, the challenges faced by the movement, and its eventual suppression by Bolshevik forces, offering a critical examination of its impact and legacy in the broader context of revolutionary history.