Communism and Colonialism – Essays by Walter Kolarz (1963) – Advance Review Copy / Uncorrected Proof

A scarce Advance Review Copy / Uncorrected Proof of Communism and Colonialism, a collection of essays by noted political analyst Walter Kolarz, edited by George Gretton with an introduction by Edward Crankshaw. Published in 1963 by Macmillan & Co Ltd, London, this work explores the ideological and geopolitical intersections between communist expansion and colonial policy during the height of the Cold War.

Communism and Colonialism examines themes such as Soviet influence in emerging nations, colonial power structures, and the ideological contest between communism and Western colonial systems. Chapters address topics including Russification, Soviet policy in Central Asia, communism in Africa, and anti-colonial movements, offering valuable contemporary insight into Cold War political thinking.

This copy is an uncorrected proof, issued prior to the final published edition for editorial and review purposes. Such proof copies were printed in limited numbers and are increasingly sought after by collectors of Cold War political history, Soviet studies, and early publication states.

Condition – Very Good

Original printed proof wrapper present with creasing and handling wear. The spine shows pronounced wrinkling typical of fragile proof bindings and has loss to the top ±2 cm of the spine wrapper. Interior pages complete with light foxing throughout. Binding remains secure.

A scarce early state of this Cold War political study and an increasingly collectible advance proof publication.