
FAQ About Mikhail Bakunin

How did Mikhail Bakunin's early life shape his political views?
Bakunin's early life in an aristocratic family in Russia exposed him to both privilege and the intense restrictions of Tsarist autocracy. His studies in philosophy inspired a passion for freedom and justice, leading him to critique authority and champion egalitarian ideals. These formative experiences, coupled with his exposure to radical ideas across Europe, significantly influenced his development into an anarchist philosopher.