This episode of The Dig is brought to you by our supporters on Patreon and by Verso Books,

which has loads of great left-wing titles, perfect for dig listeners like you.

One that you might like is October, The Story of the Russian Revolution, by China Mievel,

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In February of 1917, Russia was a backwards autocratic monarchy, mired in an unpopular war.

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How did this unimaginable transformation take place?

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Mieville uncovers the catastrophes, intrigues, and inspirations of 1917,

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Intervening in long-standing historical debates,

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here is a breathtaking story of humanity at its greatest and most desperate,

of a turning point for civilization that still resonates loudly today.

October, the story of the Russian Revolution by China Myeville,

out now in paperback from Verso Books.

Welcome to The Dig, a podcast from Jacobin magazine. My name is Daniel Denver, and I'm broadcasting from Providence, Rhode Island.

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