Emma Goldman 
My Disillusionment In Russia 

‘My Disillusionment in Russia’ is a powerful and candid memoir written by Emma Goldman, a prominent anarchist and political activist. The book provides a firsthand account of Goldman’s experiences in Soviet Russia during the early years of the Russian Revolution.

In this memoir, Emma Goldman shares her initial enthusiasm and support for the Bolshevik Revolution and her admiration for the ideals of social justice and equality. However, as she witnesses the realities of life under the new regime, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with the oppressive and authoritarian nature of the Soviet government.

Goldman describes the suppression of political dissent, the lack of individual freedoms, and the rise of a repressive state apparatus. She critiques the betrayal of revolutionary principles and the emergence of a new ruling elite. Throughout the book, Goldman reflects on her changing perceptions of the Russian Revolution and the painful process of confronting her disillusionment.

‘My Disillusionment in Russia’ remains an important historical document, providing valuable insights into the complexities and contradictions of the early Soviet era.