Anarchism - Softcover

Kinna, Ruth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1851683704 ISBN 13: 9781851683703

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2005

Synopsis

The rise of the worldwide anti-globalization movement has led to a renewed interest in anarchism, but many are still unsure of what it is that anarchists stand for. In this clear and penetrating study, Ruth Kinna goes right to the heart of the ideology, explaining the influences that have shaped anarchism, and the tactics and strategies that anarchists have used to bring about their goals. Drawing on a wide range of sources, from the classic accounts of Kropotkin and Bakunin to the work of modern anarchist thinkers, this insightful work will provide the perfect introduction to anarchism, the anti-globalization movement and the issue of whether anarchist ideals can ever be consistent with justifying violence for political ends.

About this title

About the Author

Author Ruth Kinna is Lecturer in Politics at Loughborough University, UK. She is the author of William Morris: The Art of Socialism and co-editor of the journal Anarchist Studies. Her research focuses on socialism and anarchism in 19th century Britain.

From the Back Cover

What do anarchists stand for? In this clear and penetrating study, Ruth Kinna goes directly to the heart of this controversial ideology, explaining the influences that have shaped anarchism and the different tactics and strategies that have been used by anarchists throughout history to achieve their ends. Drawing on sources from the classic accounts of Proudhon and Bakunin to the work of modern anarchist thinkers, Kinna covers themes both historical and acutely contemporary, including:

• Could anarchy ever really be a viable alternative to the state?
• Can anarchist ideals ever be consistent with the justification of violence?
• How has anarchism influenced the anti-globalization movement?

Critical, engaged yet sympathetic, this useful handbook will provide the perfect starting point for anyone wishing to further their understanding of an often misrepresented but highly influential philosophy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1851683704
• ISBN 13: 9781851683703
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192