About this book
Comrade Kropotkin by Victor Robinson brings the tumultuous life of Peter Kropotkin into vivid relief, tracing the Russian anarchist’s journey from noble birth to exile and intellectual leadership. This historical biography charts late 19th-century Russia under autocratic rule—scenes of serfdom, daring explorations, the rise of nihilists and terrorists, the drama of the Peter and Paul Fortress, and the sacrifice of figures like Sophia Perovskaya—without sacrificing human detail or moral urgency.
Robinson blends reportage and portraiture to explore themes of liberty, state repression, social justice, and the evolution of revolutionary thought. Readers encounter eyewitness accounts, prison memoirs, and the printing-press world that shaped Kropotkin’s ideas, all set against the broader sweep of Russian social upheaval. The narrative balances political analysis with empathetic storytelling, illuminating why the struggle in the Russian Empire resonated across Europe.
Ideal for listeners of historical nonfiction, political biography, and Russian history, this audiobook appeals to anyone curious about anarchism, revolutionary movements, or the human cost of radical change. Listen for a compelling, historically rich portrait that connects nineteenth-century dissent to enduring questions about power, freedom, and social reform.
