Radicals in the Barrio

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Dive into the compelling narrative of political radicalism with 'Radicals in the Barrio,' a groundbreaking work that highlights the rich history of Mexican and Chicano activism in the United States. Authored by the insightful Justin Akers Chacón, this book explores how migratory workers brought vital revolutionary ideologies and innovative organizational strategies into the southwestern barrios, significantly shaping the labor movement during the early twentieth century. This trade paperback edition (ISBN: 9781608467754) is brand new and published by the renowned Haymarket Books in 2018. In 'Radicals in the Barrio,' you will discover the powerful stories of those who fought against oppression and fought for their rights, transcending borders with a collective class experience that resonates today. This essential read allows you to understand the dynamics of migration and labor through a historical lens, emphasizing the ongoing struggles of marginalized communities. Shipping is absolutely FREE, but please allow 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled, so make your decision confidently to engage with this vital work of history and socio-political analysis.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781608467754
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2018
Publisher: Haymarket Books


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Radicals in the Barrio uncovers a long and rich history of political radicalism within the Mexican and Chicano working class in the United States. ChacĂłn clearly and sympathetically documents the ways that migratory workers carried with them radical political ideologies, new organizational models, and shared class experience, as they crossed the border into southwestern barrios during the first three decades of the twentieth-century.

Justin Akers ChacĂłn previous work includes No One is Illegal: Fighting Racism and State Violence on the U.S.-Mexico Border (with Mike Davis).

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