Russia and the British Left

The study of Marxism in Britain throws light on what many historians have referred to as `the enemy within'. In this book, David Burke looks at the activities of Russian political emigres in Britain, and in particular the role of one family: the Rothsteins. He looks at the contributions of Theodore and Andrew Rothstein to British Marxism and the response of the intelligence services to what they regarded as a serious threat to security. With access to recently released documents, this book analyses the activities of early-twentieth century British Marxists and brings to life the story of a remarkable family.

Autorentext

David Burke is a Teaching Fellow at the University of Waikato, New Zealand.

Inhalt

Introduction
The Tsarist Russian Political Emigration
East End Jewish Marxist
'Imperialism and the Struggle of the Working Class'
War
Revolution
The 'Dual Policy'
The CPGB and 'Hands Off Russia'
Prising Open the Lion's Jaws
The Anglo-Russian Committee and the Zinoviev Letter
The General Strike and the Arcos Raid
Epilogue
Bibliography