Ritual of Liquidation

Ritual of Liquidation: The Case of the Moscow Trials is a book written by Nathan Leites. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the infamous Moscow Trials that took place in the Soviet Union during the 1930s. The Moscow Trials were a series of show trials that were conducted by the Soviet government against prominent members of the Communist Party, military leaders, and intellectuals. The accused were charged with various crimes, including treason, espionage, and sabotage, and were ultimately sentenced to death.Leites examines the Moscow Trials from a historical and sociological perspective, exploring the political and social factors that led to the trials and the subsequent liquidation of the accused. He argues that the trials were not just a means of eliminating political opponents, but also a ritualistic process that served to reinforce the legitimacy of the Soviet government and the Communist Party.The book provides a detailed account of the trials, including the accusations, the evidence presented, and the verdicts. Leites also analyzes the role of the accused in the Soviet Union and their relationship with the government and the Communist Party. He explores the motivations behind the trials and the impact they had on Soviet society and politics.Overall, Ritual of Liquidation: The Case of the Moscow Trials is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most significant events in Soviet history. It provides a unique perspective on the trials and their significance, shedding light on the complex political and social dynamics of the Soviet Union during this period.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.