Russia
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Rosa Luxemburg’s “The National Question: Selected Writings,” edited by Horace B. Davis, presents a critical Marxist analysis of nationalism, arguing against national self-determination as a solution under capitalism. The collection highlights Luxemburg’s rigorous critique of class dynamics and the limitations of nationalist politics, while remaining influential in contemporary discussions on internationalism and socialist strategy.
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The Torrents of Spring by Turgenev explores themes of belatedness and self-betrayal through middle-aged Dmitry Sanin, who reflects on his ill-fated love life. The novella examines moral collapse under erotic influence, while addressing class and national identities, culminating in a poignant study of memory and the complexities of adult obligation.
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Vera Ivanovna Zasulich was a prominent Russian revolutionary and Marxist theorist, known for her 1878 assassination attempt on General Trepov. Initially influenced by populism, she became a key figure in introducing Marxist ideas in Russia, co-founding the Emancipation of Labor Group. Her later years saw a departure from active politics, especially post-1917 Revolution.
