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Explore the profound impact of Bolshevism through Mr. Keeling's compelling five-year experience in Russia. This narrative offers a unique, personal perspective on the dramatic societal and political transformations that unfolded during a pivotal period in Russian history.

Bolshevism refers to the revolutionary Marxist ideology and political practice of the Bolshevik party led by Vladimir Lenin, which culminated in the 1917 October Revolution in Russia. This movement established the Soviet Union, fundamentally reshaping global politics and becoming a foundational pillar of 20th-century communism and its associated totalitarian regimes. Understanding Bolshevism is key to comprehending the origins of the Cold War and the complex history of state socialism.