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Department of History, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China

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The article delves into the intellectual endeavors and contributions of David Riazanov in the realm of Marxist scholarship, particularly through his pivotal role at the Marx-Engels Institute (MEI) following the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution. Despite an early academic setback, Riazanov’s self-taught expertise in various disciplines laid a solid foundation for his contributions to Marxism. Riazanov’s tenure at the MEI was marked by significant projects aimed at collecting, editing, and publishing Marx and Engels’ works, culminating in the comprehensive compilation MEGA1. His advocacy for an authentic representation of original texts underscored his scholarly rigor. Riazanov’s pre-revolutionary activities and his critical stance on Bolshevik policies highlighted his dedication to a broader socialist movement. Despite ideological differences and challenges, Riazanov’s efforts significantly advanced the understanding and dissemination of Marxist thought, underscoring the complex interplay between political activism and academic scholarship in the development of socialist ideology.

KEYWORDS

Riazanov, Russian Marxism, biographical research

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Journal of Literature and Art Studies, February 2024, Vol. 14, No. 2, 144-150

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