Joseph Hansen

Stalin's Frame-Up System And The Moscow Trials is a book written by Leon Trotsky, a Marxist revolutionary and Soviet politician who was exiled from the Soviet Union in 1929. The book is a detailed analysis of the infamous Moscow Trials that took place in the Soviet Union during the 1930s, in which a number of high-ranking Communist Party officials were accused of treason and executed. Trotsky argues that the trials were part of a broader campaign by Stalin to consolidate his power and eliminate his political rivals, and that the evidence presented against the accused was fabricated. The book provides a comprehensive account of the political climate in the Soviet Union during this period, and sheds light on the tactics used by Stalin to maintain his grip on power. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Soviet Union, the Communist Party, and the political machinations of Stalin's regime. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

In Defense of Marxism: Against the Petty Bourgeois Opposition is a book written by Leon Trotsky, a prominent Marxist revolutionary and theorist. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Trotsky wrote between 1939 and 1940, during a time when the Marxist movement was facing significant opposition from within. The book is a passionate defense of Marxist theory and its relevance in the modern world. Trotsky argues that the petty bourgeois opposition to Marxism is based on a misunderstanding of its principles and a fear of its revolutionary potential. He asserts that Marxism is not a dogmatic ideology, but a living, evolving theory that must be constantly re-examined and adapted to changing circumstances. Throughout the book, Trotsky addresses a wide range of topics, including the role of the state in a socialist society, the nature of the working class, and the importance of internationalism in the Marxist movement. He also critiques the ideas of other prominent Marxist thinkers, such as Karl Kautsky and Eduard Bernstein. Overall, In Defense of Marxism is a powerful defense of Marxist theory and a call to action for revolutionaries around the world. It remains an important work for anyone interested in the history and theory of Marxism. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Death Claims is the second of Joseph Hansen's acclaimed mysteries featuring ruggedly masculine Dave Brandstetter, a gay insurance investigator. When John Oats's body is found washed up on a beach, his young lover April Stannard is sure it was no accident. Brandstetter agrees: Oats's college-age son, the beneficiary of the life insurance policy, has gone missing.