Dictatorship vs. Democracy (Terrorism and Communism): a reply to Karl Kantsky

In «Dictatorship vs. Democracy: a reply to Karl Kautsky,» Leon Trotsky presents a compelling analysis of the ideological rift within the socialist movement during the early 20th century. Written as a counterpoint to Kautsky's critiques of Bolshevik policies, Trotsky's work is characterized by a vigorous and polemical literary style that combines historical analysis with political theory. The book delves into the nuances of revolutionary governance, arguing for the necessity of a dictatorship of the proletariat in the context of widespread counter-revolutionary threats, framing this as an essential and pragmatic... Next