Routledge The Central Workers' Circle of St. Petersburg 1889-1894

Gain a unique perspective on Russian history with this specialized study from the Routledge Library Editions: The Russian Revolution series. This volume addresses a significant gap in historical research by focusing on the 1880s and early 1890s, a period characterized by relative labor calm. Instead of looking at history from the top down, this book examines the labor movement through the eyes of the politicized workers themselves. It provides a detailed analysis of how these individuals viewed student intellectuals, rank and file workers, and their own roles within the movement. By studying these specific attitudes, readers can better understand the cultural and political activities that defined the "workers' intelligentsia." This work is an essential resource for students, historians, and researchers interested in the social dynamics of the Russian labor movement and the foundational years leading up to the revolution. Originally published in 1987, this scholarly text offers deep insights into the social structures and political identities of the St. Petersburg working class during a transformative era.