Red Love

Red Love, written by Alexandra Kollontai in 1923 and translated into English in 1927, is a novel set in post-revolutionary Russia that explores the complexities of love, gender roles, and societal expectations. The story follows Vassilissa, a dedicated Communist and working-girl, as she navigates her political commitments and her emotional connection with her lover, Volodya. Kollontai, a notable Bolshevik theorist and advocate for women's rights, uses Vassilissa's journey to examine the tension between personal desires and collective responsibilities in a transforming society.