Stephen Duncombe

Much history and theory is uncovered here in the first comprehensive study of zine publishing. From their origins in early 20th century science fiction cults, their more proximate roots in '60s counter-culture, and their rapid proliferation in the wake of punk rock, Stephen Duncombe pays full due to the political importance of zines as a vital network of popular culture....

The Activism of Art is a radical anthology shaking up the canonical narratives by bringing together perspectives on art and activism across different eras and cultures. Thinkers, activists, and artists have long grappled with definitions of art, the role of activism, and their interconnected relationship. This anthology challenges and expands the canon by deliberately juxtaposing radically different conceptions of art...

The Art of Activism is an all-purpose guide to artistic activism, combining the creative power of the arts to move us emotionally with the strategic planning of activism necessary to bring about social change. With contemporary case studies and historical examples, this book offers chapters on cultural and cognitive theory, and sections on what can be learned from unlikely sources...