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Discover 'Anarchist Critique of Radical Democracy: The Impossible Argument' – a thought-provoking examination of democracy's limits through the lens of sociologist Markus Lundström. This 2023 updated edition dives deep into the aftermath of the 2013 urban riots in Sweden, where marginalized communities rose against systemic injustices exemplified by the shocking police shooting of an elderly resident. Through vivid storytelling and in-depth interviews, Lundström unveils the critical social divide between the rulers and the ruled, shedding light on how these events sparked a robust discussion on the nature of radical democracy and governance.
This engaging trade paperback delivers not just an analysis of the riots but also explores the rich tapestry of anarchist thought. It challenges readers to rethink conventional democratic structures and encourages a connection to contemporary social movements and anti-police sentiments. By tracing resistance back through the history of anarchism, Lundström genuinely expands the narrative around democratic participation and social justice.
This book is perfect for activists, scholars, and anyone who is interested in the intersections of anarchism, radical democracy, and community resilience. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the deep-rooted issues within democratic societies today. With a fresh perspective and compelling arguments, it opens avenues for new dialogues on what democracy can and should be.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781629639987. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2023. Publisher: PM Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781629639987
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: PM Press
Description:
In the spring of 2013, a wave of urban riots swept across Sweden after police shot an elderly man in his own home. When community residents from his marginalized city-district demanded an official apology, they were ignored. The anti-police insurgences that followed addressed deep problems of the Swedish welfare state, and the official responses revealed glitches built into democracy itself.
In this updated edition of Anarchist Critique of Radical Democracy: The Impossible Argument, sociologist and historian Markus Lundström explores the boundaries of Swedish democracy. He probes in-depth interviews with community residents to explain how the 2013 riots intensified a profound democratic conflict: the social divide between the governors and the governed. Resistance to this divide is then traced through the defiance of governance and approaches to democracy in the history of anarchist thought.
This book offers an original introduction to anarchism. It relates the diversity of anarchist thought to anti-police riots and the radicalization of democracy.
This engaging trade paperback delivers not just an analysis of the riots but also explores the rich tapestry of anarchist thought. It challenges readers to rethink conventional democratic structures and encourages a connection to contemporary social movements and anti-police sentiments. By tracing resistance back through the history of anarchism, Lundström genuinely expands the narrative around democratic participation and social justice.
This book is perfect for activists, scholars, and anyone who is interested in the intersections of anarchism, radical democracy, and community resilience. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the deep-rooted issues within democratic societies today. With a fresh perspective and compelling arguments, it opens avenues for new dialogues on what democracy can and should be.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781629639987. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2023. Publisher: PM Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781629639987
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: PM Press
Description:
In the spring of 2013, a wave of urban riots swept across Sweden after police shot an elderly man in his own home. When community residents from his marginalized city-district demanded an official apology, they were ignored. The anti-police insurgences that followed addressed deep problems of the Swedish welfare state, and the official responses revealed glitches built into democracy itself.
In this updated edition of Anarchist Critique of Radical Democracy: The Impossible Argument, sociologist and historian Markus Lundström explores the boundaries of Swedish democracy. He probes in-depth interviews with community residents to explain how the 2013 riots intensified a profound democratic conflict: the social divide between the governors and the governed. Resistance to this divide is then traced through the defiance of governance and approaches to democracy in the history of anarchist thought.
This book offers an original introduction to anarchism. It relates the diversity of anarchist thought to anti-police riots and the radicalization of democracy.