My Past And Thoughts by Alexander Herzen
The Memoirs of Alexander Herzen
The book is a rich and vivid memoir by a prominent Russian intellectual and revolutionary who lived through a period of profound social and political upheaval. It combines personal narrative with philosophical reflections, offering a penetrating look at the author's life experiences, from his aristocratic upbringing to his involvement in radical politics. The work delves into the author's ideological development, his relationships with key figures of his time, and his observations on the social issues and political movements that shaped the 19th century. It is a testament to the author's profound engagement with the ideas of freedom, justice, and human agency in the face of an oppressive regime and a changing world.
The 2210th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1861
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 752
- Words
- 300,000
- Original Language
- Russian
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 41st on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
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