Kropotkin's Revolutionary Pamphlets (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163208601)

Kropotkin's Revolutionary Pamphlets is a collection of essays and speeches written by the Russian anarchist philosopher and activist, Peter Kropotkin. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Kropotkin's political philosophy and his vision for a society based on mutual aid and voluntary cooperation. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the history of the anarchist movement, the role of the state in society, and the need for radical social and economic change. Kropotkin's writing is characterized by his passionate commitment to social justice and his belief in the power of ordinary people to create a better world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in anarchist theory and practice, as well as those interested in the history of radical social movements.1927. The collected writings of Peter Kropotkin. Kropotkin grew up in the midst of the struggle between the peasants and workers and the government. He was born a prince of the old nobility of Moscow, was trained as a page in the Emperor�������s court, and at twenty became an officer in the army. The discovery that he was engaged in revolutionary activities in St. Petersburg while he was presumably devoting his life to scientific geography, caused a sensation. He was arrested and held in prison without trial. He became at once one of the most hated and most beloved representatives of the revolutionary cause. Contents: The Significance of Kropotkin�������s Life and Teaching; The Story of Kropotkin�������s Life; Note on the Editing of the Pamphlets; The Spirit of Revolt; Anarchist Communism: Its Basis and Principles; Anarchist Morality; Anarchism: Its Philosophy and Ideal; Modern Science and Anarchism; Law and Authority; Prisons and Their Moral Influence on Prisoners; Revolutionary Government; The Russian Revolution and the Soviet Government; An Appeal to the Young; Anarchism-Encyclopedia Britannica Article; and Partial Bibliography of Kropotkin�������s Revolutionary, Historical and Sociological Writings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Peter Kropotkin
ISBN-10: 1163208604
ISBN-13: 9781163208601
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 314
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.39lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d