jan 25, 1932 - "A Day in Magnitogorsk" -- John Scott (1932-37)

Description:

Memoir by an American who immigrated to Russia in 1932 to work in Magnitogorsk {'magnetic mountain'), a city based on Gary, IN as the beginning of the steel industry. Gives insights into the realities of the harshness of industrial life in Russia as well as the true comradery and vision shared by workers. Also reflects the changing worker makeup, with kulaks, foreigners, and former peasants all part of the workforce.