The Harvest of Sorrow
Soviet Collectivization and the Terror-Famine
Robert Conquest
Discover the shocking and tragic history of the Soviet Communist Party's strike against the Russian peasantry in the 20th century. The Harvest of Sorrow covers the devastating effects of dekulakization and collectivization, followed by the horrific "terror-famine" inflicted on the collectivized peasants of Ukraine and other areas. Estimated death tolls from these actions exceed 14.5 million lives. This thoroughly researched and emotionally compelling book serves as a powerful reminder of the darker side of history.
Publish Date
1987-11-12T00:00:00.000Z
1987-11-12T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1986
Goodreads Rating
4.14
ISBN
9780195051803
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Recommendations
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Recommendations
2022-05-08T15:35:48.000Z
Read this book in 1991. Left a lasting impression. Recommended reading still today.
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