Susanna Rabow-Edling

Susanna Rabow-Edling, a historian and author of The First Russian Revolution: The Decembrist Revolt of 1825, explores the pivotal but failed Decembrist uprising. She delves into the Decembrists' aspirations for individual rights and serf emancipation, and their Western-influenced radicalism. Discussing the repercussions of their actions, she highlights Nicholas I's oppressive response, the complex legacy they left behind, and their portrayal in modern media. Their story offers a fascinating glimpse into Russia's revolutionary spirit and ongoing debates about nationalism.