The Groping Giant

The Groping Giant: Revolutionary Russia As Seen By An American Democrat is a book written by William Adams Brown Jr. and published in 1920. The book is a firsthand account of Brown’s experiences in Russia during the Bolshevik Revolution. As an American Democrat, Brown was sympathetic to the ideals of the revolution and was eager to witness the birth of a new social order. The book describes Brown’s travels throughout Russia, including his visits to Moscow and Petrograd (now St. Petersburg). He provides an in-depth analysis of the political and social conditions in Russia at the time and offers his own perspective on the revolutionary movement. Brown also includes interviews with prominent Bolshevik leaders, such as Leon Trotsky and Vladimir Lenin, as well as ordinary citizens who were affected by the revolution. Throughout the book, Brown grapples with the complexities of the revolutionary movement, including its violent tendencies and its impact on individual freedoms. He also reflects on the role of the United States in relation to the revolution, and the potential for cooperation between the two nations. Overall, The Groping Giant provides a unique and insightful perspective on the Bolshevik Revolution from an American Democrat’s point of view. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in Russian and world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.