Customer Reviews
Do History books get much better than this? - By: , 08 Nov 2003 
Whether you are studying the Russian Revolution or just want to gain some knowledge on it, this book is a must have. Michael Lynch clearly explains everything, & does not do what is commonin historians, leave you confused. The simplicity of this highly detailed book is something you don't come across often. If you are doing the Russian Revolution for AS or A Level, trust me, this book is your bible!
Absolutely brilliant for AS level History - By: , 01 Mar 2002 I've been using this book for my AS course & have found it invaluable. It explains all the polical terms, key figures, key ideals & key eventsin easily understandable language. Ideal if you're new to political history & terms.
Excellent for both students and casual readers - By: , 09 Jan 2001 R&R was a book on my book list for my History A level on Russia. I read it, & as a student I found it the most helpful book I have got (and I've got plenty!). It sets out clearly &in understandable language the events of the Revolution, as well as providing an insight to why this event occured. The only problem I have found is the fact that sometimes events are not linked back to/explained/remind you if they are futher onin the book, but this can be remidied by using the index! R&R is also suitable if you are simply interestedin the period of time; it is comprehensive & intelligent, whilst not alienating the reader with technical historical jargon. For students & the interested alike, I would recomend ANY of the 'access to history' books (which R&R is part of); we use them all the time & & they are by far the comprehensivly written, & a lot cheaper than most other history textbooks (which is, of course, an important factor for poor students!). I would also recommend "A People' Tradedy - The Russian Revolution" by Orlando Figes. It takes a bit of time to go through (about 2" thick), but provides an insight to the actual people, with testimonies from the people, which R&R, being a thin book (only 150 pages) lacks.
Perfect for anyone of any age, especially AS level students - By: , 21 Dec 2000 A magnificent account of the Russian Revolution for the new generation, this is essential for the AS History student. Vastin scope & exhaustivein research, it is complex enough to explore deeply the Russian Revolution, yet is simple enough to allow freely understandable reading.
