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The Red Web
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20th Century United States HistoryInternational RelationsSocial Movements
ISBN13: 9781025944999
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 258
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Red Web is a seminal work of early 20th-century political analysis that explores the rise and influence of communist ideologies within the United States during the period known as the First Red Scare. Written by Blair Coan, the book provides a contemporary perspective on the perceived threats of Bolshevism and radicalism that emerged following the Russian Revolution.
The text delves into the clandestine activities, organizations, and figures believed to be orchestrating a subversive movement aimed at undermining American institutions. Through its detailed examination of political unrest, labor strikes, and social upheaval, the work offers an invaluable historical window into the anxieties and political climate of the 1920s. As a document of its time, The Red Web serves as a primary source for understanding the origins of anti-communist sentiment in America and the methods used to track and combat foreign influence. It remains an essential read for scholars of political science, American history, and the evolution of national security discourse.
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