The Collected Works of Josef Stalin
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Iskra Books has chosen to publish the full series of the Collected Works due to an academic scarcity of the materials, an increasing inaccessibility of used copies of the original Foreign Languages Publishing House editions, and a growing scholarly and revolutionary interest in the writings and ideas of one of the 20th-century’s most impactful socialist heads of state.
Despite their often-negative reputation in the capitalist world, Stalin’s works are both accessible and important, and deserve to be studied as not only as world-historical and practical applications of the development of Marxist-Leninist political theory, but—especially in an era where the rise of imperialism and the decay of capitalism lead to an increasing global fascism—also as political-theoretical texts in their own right; as the core theoretical works underpinning extant socialist state governance, policy, legislation, and practice.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13: 9798295672866 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295741340 (Hardcover)
340 pages
Publication Date: 15 April 2022
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Iskra Books has chosen to publish the full series of the Collected Works due to an academic scarcity of the materials, an increasing inaccessibility of used copies of the original Foreign Languages Publishing House editions, and a growing scholarly and revolutionary interest in the writings and ideas of one of the Twentieth Century’s most impactful socialist heads of state.
Despite their often-negative reputation in the capitalist world, Stalin’s Works are both accessible and important, and deserve to be studied as not only as world-historical and practical applications of the development of Marxist-Leninist political theory, but—especially in an era where the rise of imperialism and the decay of capitalism lead to an increasing global fascism—also as political-theoretical texts in their own right; as the core theoretical works underpinning extant socialist state governance, policy, legislation, and practice.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13 9798295776472 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295776489 (Hardcover)
348 pages
Publication Date: 14 August 2024
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This edition of the English translation of Josef Stalin's Collected Works has been reproduced faithfully—edited only for accessibility and clarity, with reformatted footnotes and a beautiful typography—from the text of the English-based on the Russian edition, originally prepared by the Marx-Engels-Lenin Institute of the Central Committee, C.P.S.U. (B).
Iskra Books has chosen to publish the full series of the Collected Works due to an academic scarcity of the original materials, an increasing inaccessibility of used copies of the original Foreign Languages Publishing House editions of the 1950s, and a growing scholarly and practical interest in the writings and ideas of one of the Twentieth Century's most impactful, if controversial, socialist heads of state.
Stalin's Works are both pedagogically accessible and theoretically important, and deserve to be studied not only as world-historical and practical applications of the development of Marxist-Leninist political theory, but, especially in an era where the rise of hegemonic imperialism and the decay of capitalism lead to an increasing global fascism, also as political-theoretical texts in their own right; as the core theoretical works underpinning extant socialist state governance, policy, legislation, and practice.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13: 9798295749643 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295749650 (Hardcover)
366 pages
Publication Date: 5 February 2025
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The Collected Works of Josef Stalin: Volume 3 is an essential exploration of one of the most decisive moments in revolutionary history—the pivotal year of 1917. Covering the first half of this transformative year, this volume immerses readers in Stalin's critical theoretical and practical contributions to the Bolshevik cause as the old Russian Empire teetered on the brink of collapse. From incisive analyses of dual power and the Provisional Government's wavering authority to his unwavering advocacy for workers, peasants, and soldiers to seize power through the Soviets, Stalin's writings capture the pulse of a revolution in motion.
This volume showcases Stalin's pivotal role in shaping Bolshevik strategy and articulating the demands of the revolutionary masses. Through fiery articles in Pravda, speeches at the April Conference, and calls for immediate land reforms and an end to the imperialist war, Stalin's work offers a sharp and unflinching vision of a new socialist society. Readers will find a collection rich with ideological clarity and tactical precision, as Stalin confronts the challenges posed by counter-revolutionary forces, wavering allies, and the hesitations of the Provisional Government.
For scholars, organizers, and revolutionaries alike, Volume 3 provides more than historical insights; it offers a masterclass in revolutionary theory applied to practice. It stands as both a record of Stalin's thought and an indispensable guide to understanding the dynamics of revolutionary upheaval. This critical republication from Iskra Books ensures that these foundational works remain accessible to new generations seeking to study and advance the cause of socialism.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13: 9798295776496 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295776526 (Hardcover)
392 pages
Publication Date: 5 February 2025
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The Collected Works of Josef Stalin: Volume 4 is an important chronicle of the revolutionary years from 1917 to 1920—a period marked by the consolidation of Soviet power, civil war, and the fierce struggle against imperialist intervention. Volume 4 captures Stalin's critical contributions as both a theorist and a leader in the newly established socialist state, offering readers a window into the strategic and practical challenges faced by the Bolsheviks in the wake of the October Revolution.
From his speeches on the national question and the defense of Soviet federalism to his directives on military strategy during the civil war, Stalin's writings in this volume reveal a revolutionary mind committed to the survival and success of the proletarian state. His incisive analyses of counter-revolutionary threats, his unwavering support for the Red Army, and his calls for unity among the oppressed nationalities of the former Russian Empire underscore his role in fortifying the Soviet Republic against both internal and external enemies.
For scholars, organizers, and revolutionaries alike, Volume 4 offers not just historical documentation but a profound study of revolutionary praxis during times of upheaval and war. This critical republication by Iskra Books ensures that Stalin's foundational contributions remain accessible to new generations committed to understanding the theory and practice of socialist construction.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13: 9798295829116 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295829208 (Hardcover)
366 pages
Publication Date: 3 June 2026
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The Collected Works of Stalin Volume 5 continues the essential chronicles of the beginnings of the Soviet state in the years 1921 to 1923. A period dealing with the intense difficulties (and remarkable successes) of resistance to the imperialist assault upon the burgeoning socialist project, including the formal establishment of the Union of the Soviet Socialist Republics in 1922. The speeches, articles, reports and other writings collected in Volume 5 reveal the breadth of Stalin's contributions, interests, and activities in this period, all prior to his becoming General Secretary of the Soviet Union.
As with other volumes, Stalin's perennial topics of interest make an appearance here: his focus on the economic construction, including topics related to the New Economic Policy; his continuing theorisation of the correct approach to the national question; the significance and utility of party organs such as Pravda; the role of women within the revolutionary movement; and his thoughts on many wider strategic and tactical questions that confronted the world's first socialist state. This collection also contains two important documents as appendices: the Declaration of the Formation of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and a treaty for the same.
This ongoing critical republication of Stalin's Works is aimed at activists, scholars, and those interested in discovering the real historical legacy of the worker's movements of the 20th Century-for contemporary application, as well as the dispelling of historical falsities. Volume 5 is a profoundly useful collection that will serve anyone interested in questions of the challenges of building a socialist project in a world ruled by imperialism.
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Written by Josef Stalin
ISBN-13: 9798295829529 (Softcover)
ISBN-13: 9798295840579 (Hardcover)
352 pages
Publication Date: 3 June 2026
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The Collected Works of Stalin Volume 6 marks an important milestone in the journey of the early Soviet Union-the year 1924, starting with the tragic, untimely death of Lenin, at whose funeral Stalin was a pallbearer.
The writings and speeches of Stalin's first year of leadership post-Lenin continue to chart the multifaceted issues which are involved in any project of socialist construction: international topics, the relationship between urban and rural populations, the internal workings of the party, questions of (re)education, and many more, are touched upon. Importantly, this volume also shows Stalin's ongoing development of Leninism, and highlights the weaknesses of Trotskyism and other anti-Leninist trends, ensuring ideological and organisational unity of the Bolshevik party.
Volume 6 is a pivotal addition to the continuing critical republication of Stalin's Works, allowing readers, activists, and scholars access to these texts who in no small measure defined the course of the 20th Century, and continue to have relevance for our contemporary struggles.