To mark the centenary of the Russian Revolution, this illustrated lecture by Orlando Figes will look back on the ways in which the commemoration of the Revolution developed in the Soviet Union between 1917 and 1991. It will explore the role of propaganda myths in Russia's historical memory and discuss what use can be made by Russia today of its revolutionary past.

Orlando Figes is a British historian and writer known for his works on Russian history. He has written eight books, which have been translated into 28 languages.
 

About his book Revolutionary Russia:

"Insightful and convincing... Figes shows himself to be a master of historical narrative… A great deal of information and insight with very little effort" (Financial Times)

"A primer intended for readers unfamiliar with the territory, it sparkles with ideas, vivid storytelling, poignant anecdotes and pithy phrases... Fresh and dramatic" (Sunday Times)