| Anarcho-Syndicalism: Theory and Practice Contributor(s): Rocker, Rudolf (Author), Chomsky, Noam (Preface by), Davis, Mike (Introduction by) |
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ISBN: 1902593928 ISBN-13: 9781902593920 Publisher: AK Press OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2004 Annotation: In 1937, at the behest of Emma Goldman, Rocker penned this political and philosophical masterpiece as an introduction to the ideals fueling the Spanish social revolution and resistance to capitalism the world over. Within, Rocker offers an introduction to anarchist ideas, a history of the international workers' movement, and an outline of the syndicalist strategies and tactics embraced at the time (direct action, sabotage and the general strike). Includes a lengthy introduction by Nicholas Walter and a Preface by Noam Chomsky. "[Rocker's] approach is far from 'utopian'; this is not an abstract discourse but a call to action."--Noam Chomsky Rudolf Rocker (1873-1958) was a leading figure in the international anarchist movement for over 60 years. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | History & Theory - General - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Anarchism - Political Science | Political Economy |
| Dewey: 320.57 |
| LCCN: 2004104882 |
| Series: Working Classics |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.5" W x 8.3" (0.45 lbs) 160 pages |
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| Publisher Description: In 1937, at the behest of Emma Goldman, Rocker penned this political and philosophical masterpiece as an introduction to the ideals fueling the Spanish social revolution and resistance to capitalism the world over. Within, Rocker offers an introduction to anarchist ideas, a history of the international workers' movement, and an outline of the syndicalist strategies and tactics embraced at the time (direct action, sabotage and the general strike). Includes a lengthy introduction by Nicholas Walter and a Preface by Noam Chomsky. " Rocker's] approach is far from 'utopian'; this is not an abstract discourse but a call to action."--Noam Chomsky Rudolf Rocker (1873-1958) was a leading figure in the international anarchist movement for over 60 years. In Oakland, California on March 24, 2015 a fire destroyed the AK Press warehouse along with several other businesses. Please consider visiting the AK Press website to learn more about the fundraiser to help them and their neighbors. |