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A journalist writing in the first flush of revolutionary enthusiasm, John Reed gives a gripping record of the events in Petrograd in November 1917, when Lenin and the Bolsheviks finally seized power. Containing verbatim reports both of speeches by leaders and the chance comments of bystanders, set against an idealized backcloth of the proletariat, soldiers, sailors, and peasants uniting to throw off oppression, Reed's account is the product of passionate involvement and remains a classic of reporting.

Ten Days That Shook the World is John Reed's phenomenal firsthand account of the October Revolution, leading up to the storming of the Winter Palace and the assumption of power by the Bolsheviks in 1917.

Experience a thrilling, comprehensive account of the Bolshevik seizure of power during the Russian Revolution - an event which ended czarist rule, led to the rise of Communism, and changed the shape of the 20th Century. Reed, a journalist who witnessed the Bolshevik takeover during ten precarious days in 1917, provides thorough background information and firsthand reporting.

Ten Days That Shook the World (1919) is a book by the American journalist John Reed about the October Revolution. He was in Russia on an assignment for The Masses, a magazine of socialist politics. He provides a gripping account of the events in Petrograd in November 1917 when the Bolsheviks seized power.

"We could see them now, hundreds of little black figures riding through the chaparral. A spent bullet droned overhead, then one unspent, and then a whole flock. 'Come on, Meester! Let's go!' We began to run...." The material for this remarkable history came from journalist and poet John Reed's experience as a war correspondent during the Mexican Revolution.

John Reed, escritor revolucionario y cronista insuperable, fue testigo directo de uno de los acontecimientos históricos de mayor relevancia del siglo xx, la Revolución rusa de 1917. Diez días que estremecieron al mundo es su extraordinario y conmovedor testimonio de la Revolución en que los bolcheviques, al frente de obreros y soldados, conquistaron el poder del Estado en Rusia y lo entregaron a los soviets.

Why Political Democracy Must Go is an insightful analysis of the origins of the socialist movement in the United States, written by famed journalist John Reed, one of the most distinguished American writers on the subject. Although one of socialism’s fiercest proponents, Reed exposes the myth of "democratic socialism" by providing an overview of the development of socialist thought in America. His devastating critique of political democracy argues that socialism cannot be achieved through democratic means.

México insurgente representa el preludio de su labor como corresponsal de guerra y sus posteriores obras sobre los conflictos bélicos. Es un relato en primera persona, un testimonio de carácter épico de sus vivencias como acompañante de las tropas villistas y carrancistas en sus victorias y desventuras durante la Revolución mexicana, desde que en el otoño de 1913 fuera enviado a la frontera sur con la finalidad de atestiguar la segunda oleada revolucionaria tras el derrocamiento del gobierno de Francisco I. Madero por parte de los huertistas.

The Hollow King's hunt for vengeance brings him to Lethis, the capital city of the Realm of Death, as he finds himself caught in a war of deception. Follow the legendary Soulblight Gravelords vampire Cado Ezechiar as he continues his hunt for vengeance. How will the Hollow King cope when he finds himself stuck between Neferata, the Mortarch of Blood, and Mannfrred, the Mortarch of Night?

Are you spending more time putting out fires in your business than planning for its future? In this episode, Chad Kessler is joined by Jennifer Cresswell, founder of ThoughtGrow, to explore how uncovering the 'WHY' behind the right processes can turn chaos into clarity. Jennifer shares her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and reveals the transformative power of “processes with purpose.” With insights ranging from the Henry Ford assembly line to modern-day CRM systems, this episode will help you avoid stifling innovation and unlock sustainable growth. And maybe even more ...

Paul Reed from Northwest Roofing shares his journey from chasing business opportunities to running a multi-state roofing business including the route to building permanent locations and what it really takes to scale a roofing company.Whether you're a roofing pro or just looking to grow your home service business, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.Special Thanks to Service ScalersWe’ve been partnering with Service Scalers to maximize our Local Service Ads (LSAs) and optimize our Google My Business profiles and the results have been incredible. With hundreds of ...

John Reed's first-hand description of the October Revolution was written in early 1918 and published in the USA the following year. The veracity and impact of his dynamic snapshot-style reportage made the book an instant best seller, and it has since become a modern classic, inspiring films including Sergei Eisenstein's October and the Oscar-winning Reds.

It's just a regular day on Earth. But in seven minutes, an image beamed from a Mars rover will shatter our understanding of humanity forever... Earth scrambles to assemble the first manned mission to the Red Planet, ignoring safety concerns. The A-list astronauts walk away. Is the secret mission doomed? Who will they turn to? Retired astronaut Adam Alston has made mistakes—he can't support his family. When NASA comes knocking for a mission leader, it's a match made in heaven. Does he still have the right stuff to lead a team?

The essential biography of the Velvet Underground singer and New York legend. As lead singer and songwriter for the Velvet Underground and a renowned solo artist, Lou Reed invented alternative rock. His music, at once the height of sanctity and perversity, transcended a genre, speaking to millions of listeners, inspiring a new generation of musicians and forever changing the way we think of that iconic era of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll.

New podcast All throughout history man has learned from the wisdom of those who have come before us. Life has become very confusing, it seems we have lost vision of what has worked for thousands of years. Each week I will be discussing simple and practical ideas that have been implemented since man was building pyramids. Always appreciate feedback and welcome criticism.

As an attorney, how do you build trust so your clients stick to you? Do your unique practice areas, contributions to the community, what you do outside the law, or your background make you stand out? How do you channel your strengths and talents in ways that deliver powerful results and leave lasting impressions? Host John Reed talks with real lawyers and has them share the stories about how they got sticky and what they've done to set themselves apart from the competition.

Guided by a sexy therapist, a Sex Addicts Anonymous group, a well-endowed Chihuahua named Johnny Wadd, and Bobby's own cache of memories, Bobby takes a spiritual, sexual, and emotional journey to discover that life's most satisfactory love connections lie in quality, not quantity. And when he's ready to love not only himself but someone else, sex and love fit, at last, into one perfect package.

Caden DeSarro is what they call a chubby chaser. He likes his guys with a few extra pounds on them. So when he meets Kevin Dodge in a bar bathroom, he can't help but stare, even if he does make an ass of himself. As far as Caden is concerned, Kevin is physically perfect: a stocky bearded blond with a dick that's just right. (They met in the bathroom - of course he looked!) But Caden gets tongue-tied and misses his chance.

Seven-year-old Brandon Hall has been neglected by his mother and abused by the men she keeps. He is removed from the home and taken to the Childers' eighteen-hundred acre Angus ranch. He is shy, afraid, and seemingly scarred permanently by his ugly past. This is Kirk and Katie Childers' first foster child. Will they know how to answer the many questions foster children have? More importantly, will they be able to transform those scars from his violent past into a special brand of his own?

Love comes along when you least expect it. That's what Duncan Taylor's sister, Scout, tells him. Scout has everything Duncan wants--a happy life with a wonderful husband. Now that Seattle has made gay marriage legal, Duncan knows he can have the same thing. But when he proposes to his boyfriend, Tucker, he doesn't get the answer for which he hoped. Tucker's refusal is another misstep in a long line of failed romances.