Author Description

From A Russian Diary, 1917-1920 is a non-fiction book written by an Englishwoman, who remains anonymous, about her experiences living in Russia during the tumultuous years of the Russian Revolution and the subsequent Civil War. The book is a first-hand account of the author's observations and interactions with the people and events that shaped this period of Russian history.The author begins by describing her arrival in Russia in 1917, just before the fall of the Tsarist regime. She then goes on to detail the chaos and violence that ensued as the Bolsheviks seized power and established their new government. The author provides a unique perspective on the early days of the Soviet Union, including her interactions with Lenin and other prominent revolutionaries.As the Civil War breaks out, the author describes the impact of the conflict on the Russian people, including the devastating effects of famine and disease. She also chronicles her own experiences living in Russia during this time, including her work as a nurse and her efforts to provide aid to those in need.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the people and places she encounters, as well as her own thoughts and feelings about the events unfolding around her. From A Russian Diary, 1917-1920 is a compelling and insightful account of a pivotal moment in Russian history, told from the perspective of an outsider who witnessed it firsthand.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.