Stalin
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Assignment 03
Part 1 Stalin
How does the myth of Stalin being presented by this image from 1939 differ from earlier and later mythic presentations of Stalin?
‘Stalin shaped a ‘cult of personality’ around himself, which constituted a state-manufactured myth that associated a single person – himself – with almost every action of the state during a period in which Soviet society was transformed utterly’ (Pittaway, 2008, p. 137). Myths have, therefore, played a central role in constructing Stalin’s reputation, both positive and negative (Pittaway, 2008, p.145).
In this 1939 image (Illustration book, Plate 1.5.8 p.49) Stalin is portrayed in a caring way, like a father overlooking his children with pride and satisfaction. Pride for his achievement of industrialization and modernization to the Soviet Union, which is presented by industrial buildings in the background of the carpet. While dancing children represent united countries and nation ‘dancing to his tune’. Blooming trees creates an extra myth and impression of economy success and peace. To my opinion, this picture portrays prosperity, calm and joyful life, plenty of work. And statue of Lenin pointing to Stalin as if to say: ‘you have achieved all of this’.
In the earlier 1932 poster (Pittaway, 2008, Figure 5.3 p. 138) Stalin projects different aura. Cleverly looking towards the words which translates: ‘Collectivisation of the Soviet Union must be finished in 5 years. Working class of the Soviet Union surely and strongly moves forward to support their comrades – working Christianity’. Picture creates a feel of gentle persuasion for help and support to agricultural sector, and it gives impression of voluntarily assistance on farms. No time for dancing in this...
Part 1 Stalin
How does the myth of Stalin being presented by this image from 1939 differ from earlier and later mythic presentations of Stalin?
‘Stalin shaped a ‘cult of personality’ around himself, which constituted a state-manufactured myth that associated a single person – himself – with almost every action of the state during a period in which Soviet society was transformed utterly’ (Pittaway, 2008, p. 137). Myths have, therefore, played a central role in constructing Stalin’s reputation, both positive and negative (Pittaway, 2008, p.145).
In this 1939 image (Illustration book, Plate 1.5.8 p.49) Stalin is portrayed in a caring way, like a father overlooking his children with pride and satisfaction. Pride for his achievement of industrialization and modernization to the Soviet Union, which is presented by industrial buildings in the background of the carpet. While dancing children represent united countries and nation ‘dancing to his tune’. Blooming trees creates an extra myth and impression of economy success and peace. To my opinion, this picture portrays prosperity, calm and joyful life, plenty of work. And statue of Lenin pointing to Stalin as if to say: ‘you have achieved all of this’.
In the earlier 1932 poster (Pittaway, 2008, Figure 5.3 p. 138) Stalin projects different aura. Cleverly looking towards the words which translates: ‘Collectivisation of the Soviet Union must be finished in 5 years. Working class of the Soviet Union surely and strongly moves forward to support their comrades – working Christianity’. Picture creates a feel of gentle persuasion for help and support to agricultural sector, and it gives impression of voluntarily assistance on farms. No time for dancing in this...