Rules for Radicals
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Rules for Radicals
Guides young revolutionaries in the art of human communication and explains the tactics of organizing others to work within the system for social change.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionThis volume, first published in 1971, comes from a period of intense political and social upheaval. Alinsky was at the forefront, recognising and questioning the direction of radical political developments. His advice remains surprisingly timely, providing fresh perspectives on how to tailor radical strategies to contemporary issues.
Alinsky's style stands out for its combination of fervent political engagement and unwavering commitment to rational discourse. Like Thomas Paine, he adeptly melds the fire of activism with a call for thoughtful and democratic approaches to societal issues. This balance is crucial for distinguishing between what Alinsky terms "realistic radicals" and mere rhetoricians, ensuring that passion is always backed by practical, achievable goals.
The book delves deep into various methods of community organising, revealing the mechanics of effective protest, coalition-building, and harnessing political power for the greater good. Alinsky's teachings emphasise not only the 'how' but the 'why' behind successful movements, emboldening readers to envision and enact real change.
In Rules for Radicals, readers will discover tools for developing innovative campaigns, understanding the mindset of their opponents, and galvanising support within their communities. Alinsky's pragmatism shines through in his advice, which is as grounded in real-world experience as it is driven by a vision of a more equitable society.
An inspiring manual, Rules for Radicals remains critically relevant for anyone dedicated to challenging injustices and empowering ordinary people. It’s both a historical document and a timeless guide, continuing to influence activists and organisers around the world.
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Rules for Radicals by Saul Alinsky is praised for its practical insights into community and labour organising. Reviewers highlight Alinsky's influence on prominent figures like Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and commend his innovative organising strategies and social philosophy. The work is celebrated for its bold and uncompromising approach to social change.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780679721130
Publisher: Random House USA Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 23 October 1989
Country: United States
Imprint: Vintage Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 204g
Pages: 224
About the Author
SAUL ALINSKY was born in Chicago in 1909 and educated first in the streets of that city and then in its university. Graduate work at the University of Chicago in criminology introduced him to the Capone gang, and later to Joliet State Prison, where he studied prison life. He founded what is known today as the Alinsky ideology and Alinsky concepts of mass organization for power. His work in organizing the poor to fight for their rights as citizens has been internationally recognized. In the late 1930s he organized the Back of the Yards area in Chicago (the neighborhood made famous in Upton Sinclair's The Jungle). Subsequently, through the Industrial Areas Foundation which he began in 1940, Mr. Alinsky and his staff helped to organize communities not only in Chicago but throughout the country. He later turned his attentions to the middle class, creating a training institute for organizers. He died in 1972.
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