Total Empire: The Roots and Progress of World Communism is a comprehensive book written by Edmund A. Walsh. The book traces the history of communism from its origins to its spread across the world. It covers the ideology, political movements, and key figures that shaped the communist movement.The book begins by examining the origins of communism, including the ideas of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, and how they influenced the development of communist theory. It then delves into the rise of communism in Russia, the Soviet Union, and the spread of communism to other countries.The author provides a detailed analysis of the communist movements in different parts of the world, including China, Cuba, Vietnam, and Eastern Europe. He also explores the impact of communism on the global political landscape, including the Cold War and the collapse of the Soviet Union.Throughout the book, the author provides a balanced perspective on the strengths and weaknesses of communism, as well as its impact on society and politics. He also examines the role of key figures such as Lenin, Stalin, Mao, and Castro in shaping the communist movement.Overall, Total Empire: The Roots and Progress of World Communism is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a thorough understanding of the history and impact of communism on the world.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.
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