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Dive into the transformative depths of socialism with our comprehensive collection on the Second International. This trade paperback, released in 2021 by Haymarket Books, offers a unique perspective on the revolutionary history of socialism, highlighting the pivotal years from 1889 to 1912. As interest in socialist movements surges, particularly among younger generations, this book serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the foundational resolutions that aimed to overthrow capitalism and promote the democratic rule of the working class. Each resolution sheds light on critical issues such as war and militarism, immigration, trade union struggles, women’s rights, colonialism, and the evolving socialist strategies that resonate today.
This essential English-language collection is perfect for students, activists, and anyone intrigued by the roots and trajectories of socialist theory and practice. Gain insights into the objectives that continue to inspire movements worldwide and deepen your appreciation for the complexities of the socialist landscape.
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: 9781642594676. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2021. Publisher: Haymarket Books.
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: 9781642594676
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Haymarket Books
Description:
Recent years have seen a massive growth of interest in socialism, particularly among young people. But few are fully aware of socialism 's revolutionary history. For this reason, an appreciation of the Second International--often called the "Socialist International"--during its Marxist years is particularly relevant.From 1889 to 1912 resolutions of the Second International helped disseminate and popularize a revolutionary aim: the overturn of capitalism and its replacement by the democratic rule of the working class, as a first step toward socialism. Despite weaknesses and contradictions that led to the Second International 's collapse in 1914, its resolutions during these years remain a resource for those studying the socialist movement 's history and objectives. Many of the topics dealt with--war and militarism, immigration, trade unions and labor legislation, women 's rights, colonialism, socialist strategy and tactics--remain just as relevant today.This book is the first English-language collection ever assembled of all the resolutions adopted by congresses of the Second International in its Marxist years.
This essential English-language collection is perfect for students, activists, and anyone intrigued by the roots and trajectories of socialist theory and practice. Gain insights into the objectives that continue to inspire movements worldwide and deepen your appreciation for the complexities of the socialist landscape.
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: 9781642594676. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2021. Publisher: Haymarket Books.
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: 9781642594676
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Haymarket Books
Description:
Recent years have seen a massive growth of interest in socialism, particularly among young people. But few are fully aware of socialism 's revolutionary history. For this reason, an appreciation of the Second International--often called the "Socialist International"--during its Marxist years is particularly relevant.From 1889 to 1912 resolutions of the Second International helped disseminate and popularize a revolutionary aim: the overturn of capitalism and its replacement by the democratic rule of the working class, as a first step toward socialism. Despite weaknesses and contradictions that led to the Second International 's collapse in 1914, its resolutions during these years remain a resource for those studying the socialist movement 's history and objectives. Many of the topics dealt with--war and militarism, immigration, trade unions and labor legislation, women 's rights, colonialism, socialist strategy and tactics--remain just as relevant today.This book is the first English-language collection ever assembled of all the resolutions adopted by congresses of the Second International in its Marxist years.