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Princeton University Press - Forging American Communism Biography

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Explore the life of William Z. Foster through this comprehensive biography from Princeton University Press. As a major figure in twentieth-century American radicalism, Foster's journey took him from the Philadelphia slums to becoming a professional revolutionary and a well-known labor agitator. This work provides an in-depth look at his transformation and his role within the American political landscape. This biography uses a wide range of primary sources to reconstruct his history. Researchers and history enthusiasts can access details drawn from private family papers, FBI files, and recently opened Russian archives. The book tracks his diverse experiences as a world traveler, railroad worker, seaman, hobo, union activist, and radical journalist. It also examines his career as a top-echelon Communist official, offering a detailed account of his impact on American history.

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First full-scale biography of William Z. Foster covering his life from 1881 to 1961.

Includes research from private family papers and FBI files for historical accuracy.

Utilizes recently opened Russian archives to provide a complete perspective on his career.

Traces his diverse background as a railroad worker, seaman, hobo, and union activist.

Examines his rise as a prominent figure in twentieth-century American radicalism.

Provides an analysis of his role as a top-echelon Communist official and labor agitator.

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Brand: Princeton University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0691635676
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > United States
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 03 May 2016
Listed Since: 10 February 2016

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