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Communist World-Building I: The Revolution from Above

Paradise and Utopia

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Ideological Struggles in Early Communism

This chapter explores the complex ideological debates among early 20th-century communists post-Russian Revolution, contrasting Marxist principles with Christian views. It highlights the influence of nihilism and figures like Nietzsche on Bolshevik leaders, ultimately connecting these ideas to Stalin's authoritarian vision for socialism.

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