The Reformer: How One Liberal Fought to Preempt the Russian Revolution
submitted by Marvin's Underground Evening Lectures
on 10/06/18
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Stephen F. Williams discussed his book "The Reformer: How One Liberal Fought to Preempt The Russian Revolution." Published on the centennial of the 1917 Russian Revolution, Williams' book traces the life of reformer Vasily Maklakov and his efforts to develop the rule of law in Russia, both in institutions and civil society, in order to limit government arbitrariness. Speaker Biography: Judge Stephen F. Williams practiced law in New York City, then taught at the University of Colorado Law School from 1969 to 1986 before being appointed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. For transcript and more information, visit www.loc.gov/today/cyberlc/feature_wdesc.php?rec=8274
