Revolutionary Affinities

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Towards a Marxist Anarchist Solidarity

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Revolutionary Affinities by Michael Lowy and Olivier Besancenot explores the historical and contemporary connections between revolutionary movements, examining the ideological links and shared struggles across different contexts. The authors delve into the vibrant interplay of ideas that have shaped political uprisings and the pursuit of societal change, offering insights into the dynamics that drive revolutionary efforts worldwide. It's a thought-provoking study of the solidarity and collaboration among movements seeking justice and transformation.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intersection of politics and social movements, particularly how revolutionary ideas can be intertwined with different historical and modern contexts. It's a compelling read for those interested in understanding the dynamics of political activism and the ways in which revolutionary thoughts can influence societal change.

Revolutionary Affinities

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A sweeping history of revolutionary struggle and unbreakable alliances, Revolutionary Affinities takes readers from the Paris Commune to the Occupy movement, and through the heart of bloody fratricidal struggles to paint a vivid picture of the greatest anarchist and Marxist figures who dared to join forces, from Louise Michel to Subcomandante Marcos, from Emma Goldman to Walter Benjamin. With the urgent need for a unified front against the far right, there has never been a better time for this inspiring story.

Authors Olivier Besancenot and Michael Löwy, two of the foremost voices in the French anti-authoritarian radical left, explore the promises—and challenges—of developing a fully sustainable, libertarian Marxist society by examining questions of political organisation, economic policy, radical ecology, and more. Strikingly accessible, brilliantly illuminating, Besancenot and Löwy have given readers more than a history book, they've created a road map for the future.

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Revolutionary Affinities by Michael Löwy and Olivier Besancenot is appreciated for its insightful exploration of the historical and ideological connections between Marxism and anarchism. Reviewers praise David Campbell's translation for its accessibility and the book's ability to inspire contemporary revolutionary thought. It's commended for revisiting crucial revolutionary dialogues, offering a compelling reassessment of the relationship between these two traditions, and encouraging cooperation against oppression in modern political movements.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781629639697

Publisher: PM Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: PM Press

Contributors:

Translated by David Campbell

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Michael Löwy was born in Brazil, has lived in Paris since 1969, and is a member of the Ligue Communiste Révolutionnaire (French section of the Fourth International). His books and articles, including the Theory of Revolution in Young Marx and Franz Kafka: Subversive Dreamer have been translated into thirty languages. He is emeritus research director of the CNRS (National Center for Scientific Research), Paris. Olivier Besancenotwas born near Paris in 1974, and worked for many years as a postman. In 2002 and 2007 he was the Ligue Communiste Révolutionnaire candidate in the French presidential elections, getting some 1.5 million votes. He was also the founding spokesperson for the New Anticapitalist Party. His works include Che Guevara: His Revolutionary Legacy (with Michael Löwy). David Campbell is a writer, translator, funeral director/embalmer, and former antifascist political prisoner. His writing has appeared in Slate, Huffington Post, CUNY Law Review's Footnote Forum, and Hard Crackers, and his translations have appeared in Bateau, Post-[blank], and Barricade. Originally from Virginia, he lived in New York City for ten years before relocating to Paris to pursue a Master's in translation in fall 2021.