Changing anarchism : anarchist theory and practice in a global age / edited by Jonathan Purkis and James Bowen.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Purkis, Jon.

Bowen, James, 1965-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Anarchism.

Physical Description:

x, 259 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Manchester ; New York : Manchester University Press ; New York : Distributed exclusively in the USA by Palgrave, 2004.

Summary:

The massive protests against globalization in recent years have rekindled interest in anarchism. "Changing Anarchism" sets out to reposition anarchist theory and practice by documenting contemporary anarchist practice and providing a viable analytical framework for understanding it.The contributions here, from both academics and activists, raise challenging and sometimes provocative questions about the complex nature of power and resistance to it. The areas covered include: sexuality and identity; psychological dependency on technology; libertarian education; religion and spirituality; protest tactics; mental health and artistic expression; and the ongoing "metaphorical wars" against drugs and terror. This collection epitomizes the rich diversity that exists within contemporary anarchism as well as demonstrating its ongoing relevance as a sociological tool.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [239]-256) and index.

ISBN:

0719066948

OCLC:

56468003