A Political Biography of Arkadij Maslow, 1891-1941

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Arkadij Maksimovich Maslow's life unfolds against the backdrop of major political upheavals, from the Bolshevik Revolution to the rise of Stalinism. Initially a leader in the Communist Party of Germany alongside Ruth Fischer, he faced expulsion and persecution from both Stalin and Hitler. After escaping to Cuba, Maslow was murdered under mysterious circumstances in 1941. This biography delves into his pivotal role in revolutionary movements and his evolution into a dissident, offering insight into the complexities of communist ideology and the struggles faced by its advocates.