On Anarchism
New Press, The · Paperback · November 5, 2013
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- Who it’s for
- A concise way into anarchism, with Chomsky’s trademark clarity and patience.
- Genres
- Anarchism, Political Writing, Political Philosophy
- Published
- New Press, The, November 5, 2013
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On Anarchism provides the reasoning behind Noam Chomsky's fearless lifelong questioning of the legitimacy of entrenched power. In these essays, Chomsky redeems one of the most maligned ideologies, anarchism, and places it at the foundation of his political thinking. Chomsky's anarchism is distinctly optimistic and egalitarian.
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Moreover, it is a living, evolving tradition that is situated in a historical lineage; Chomsky's anarchism emphasizes the power of collective, rather than individualist, action. The collection includes a revealing new introduction by journalist Nathan Schneider, who documented the Occupy movement for Harper's and The Nation, and who places Chomsky's ideas in the contemporary political moment. On Anarchism will be essential reading for a new generation of activists who are at the forefront of a resurgence of interest in anarchism—and for anyone who struggles with what can be done to create a more just world.
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A concise way into anarchism, with Chomsky’s trademark clarity and patience.
Come here for
- compact political thinking
- a clear entry into anarchist ideas
Expect
- layered argument
- compact, idea-forward prose
Where it sits
| Anarchism | 100% |
|---|---|
| Political Writing | 56% |
| Political Philosophy | 50% |
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Publisher categories
- Communism & Socialism
- Anarchism
- Radical Politics
- Authors
- Noam Chomsky, Nathan Schneider
- Publisher
- New Press, The
- Published
- November 5, 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Reading lane
- Communism & Socialism