We invite you to an informal gathering at Narva, a place which was transformative for Kollontai’s formation as a political activist and writer. The event is an occasion of the launch of Kollontai’s Finland and Socialism, the first-ever English translation of the book giving a vivid portrayal of the early years of the socialist movement in Finland. Translated and introduced by Cathy Porter, Kollontai’s writings on Finland are first-hand reportage and political analysis of workers organising against Tsarist autocracy and capitalist oppression. Originally published in 1906, Finland and Socialism was banned the following year and a warrant was issued for Kollontai’s arrest.
Together with Cathy Porter we will visit the Krenholm Factory Museum, and read and discuss Kollontai’s ‘Narva’ essay from 1896, translated by Porter.
Finland and Socialism is published by Rab-Rab Press: https://www.rabrab.net/titles/kollontaifin
The book can be purchased on a discount.