Political ideologies and movements Books

A collection of political and social broadsides from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These fascinating documents offer a unique perspective on the issues and movements that shaped American society during this important era. With informative...

Nihilism as it is is a collection of political pamphlets written by Russian activists in the late 19th century. The book discusses topics such as the Russian revolutionary movement and the oppression of the Russian people under the Tsarist regime.This...

This book provides an insightful analysis of socialism and its principles. It discusses the historical origins of socialism, its economic and political implications, and the ways in which socialist theories have been applied in different countries. The...

An analysis of political agitators and movements in India, including their origins, methods, and impact on society and politics.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

In diesem Buch analysiert Benedict Friedlaender die vier wichtigsten sozialen Bewegungen des späten 19. Jahrhunderts. Er vergleicht ihre Ideen und argumentiert, dass keine von ihnen allein eine vollständige Lösung für die sozialen Probleme der Zeit...

Written by the former mayor of Toledo, Ohio, this book is a passionate plea for a more just social order. Jones argues that the 'new right' must work to level the playing field and ensure that everyone has access to the same opportunities. Whether you're...

This book provides a detailed overview of the historical development of socialism. Redmount and Tuganbaranovskii draw on a range of sources to chart the rise of socialist ideology from its origins in early modern Europe to its influence in the twentieth...

This book is a collection of speeches by Joseph Chamberlain, a British statesman who was a key figure in the Liberal Unionist Party and held various government positions including Secretary of State for the Colonies. The speeches cover a wide range of...

A powerful argument against socialism and two delusions associated with democratic governance: the delusions of proportional representation and the initiative, referendum, and recall. The author provides a clear-eyed analysis of the flaws of these...

In this book, Benjamin Watkins Leigh compiles the letters of Algernon Sydney, an English politician and philosopher who supported civil liberties. These letters deal with issues such as military rule and the right of citizens to resist tyrannical...

In this book, Malmesbury offers a detailed analysis of the policies and strategies of the Unionist Party in the UK during the early 20th century. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews and original documents, he provides a nuanced...

A stirring and patriotic speech delivered by Lord Roberts, one of the most celebrated military commanders of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. In the speech, Roberts urges his fellow citizens to stand firm against the threats posed by...

A collection of speeches and letters by one of the most prominent and influential political thinkers of the early 20th century. Johnston's writings on patriotism, nationalism, and socialism were widely read and debated, and helped to shape the political...

A unique view of the revolution: from the oceanThe only foreign writer to portray things Cuban as a volunteer merchant marine, Ron Ridenour sailed six months on five Cuban ships around the island nation delivering petroleum, and to and from Europe with...

In Red Alert: Marxist Approaches to Science Fiction Cinema, editors Ewa Mazierska and Alfredo Suppia argue that Marxist philosophy, science fiction, and film share important connections concerning imaginings of the future. Contributors look at themes...

"An exceptionally fine collection that distills the very latest writing on midtwentieth-century U.S. politics and society."-Gareth Davies, author of From Opportunity to Entitlement: The Transformation and Decline of Great Society Liberalism"Offers a...

On Patriotism: The Condition, Prospects and Duties of the American People is a book written by Orville Dewey, an American Unitarian minister and theologian, and published in 1861. The book explores the concept of patriotism and its role in American...

This is a comprehensive selection of documents pertaining to the Communist Party of South Africa from the formerly closed archives of the Communist International.

Stakes in Africa-United States Relations: Proposals for Equitable Partnership is our response to a 170-page report of the Africa Policy Advocacy Panel titled Rising U.S. Stakes in Africa: Seven Proposals to Strengthen U.S.-Africa Policy. In this book, we...

"Altman has picked up on things that a good portion of the population has not yet discovered . The First Liberal is a timely book, and one I think will get more than a few people talking. It is the kind of talk that has been needed for a long time...

Many people merely shake their heads when they hear of another useless $10 million federal study, but those same people go nuts when their city approves a thousand dollars for new plants for city hall. Does this mean that hometown politics are just...

DIVIDE PAKISTAN TO ELIMINATE TERRORISM is Syed Jamaluddin's vision to address issues related to combatting terrorism emanating from Pakistan which have dramatically transformed the entire region into a systematically controlled network having vicious...

As a teenager during World War II, author Lilija "Lita" Zarina's idyllic life of perfumed soaps, shelves full of books, and carefree parties explodes into irretrievable pieces after a Soviet bomb strikes her family's property in Latvia. The Russian army...

Mr. Morse exposes the disastrous results stemming from the well-intentioned but inept meddling of Rep. Barney Frank in Immigration matters over his 25-year career in Congress. An understanding of the effects of Rep. Frank's legislation, which made it...

Liberals have been called knee-jerk opponents of war and business and have been accused of belittling personal responsibility. It's a bum rap, says keen observer Keevan D. Morgan, who has watched the workings of both liberal and conservative...

Disillusioned and angered by her party's hostile strategy toward women, birthright Republican Tanya Melich walked out of her delegation to the 1992 national convention in revulsion at its deliberate adoption of policies designed to create hostility...

The Life of Sir Robert Peel is a biographical work written by Francis C. Montague in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Sir Robert Peel, a prominent British politician who served as Prime Minister twice in the...

""Thoughts On The Rights And Prerogatives Of The Church And State, With Some Observations Upon The Question Of Catholic Securities"" is a book written by John Fletcher in 1823. The book deals with the relationship between the Church and the State, and...

Lord Sydenham: The Makers of Canada Series is a historical biography written by Adam Shortt and published in 1909. The book chronicles the life of Lord Sydenham, who was the governor-general of Canada from 1839 to 1841. The book provides a detailed...

The Psychology of Bolshevism is a book written by John Spargo in 1919. It is a detailed analysis of the psychological factors that led to the rise of Bolshevism in Russia. The book explores the social and economic conditions that created a fertile ground...

""The Virginia Convention of 1776: A Discourse Delivered July the 3rd, 1855"" is a historical text written by Hugh Blair Grigsby. The book provides a detailed account of the Virginia Convention of 1776, which was a pivotal moment in American history...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

""A Colloquy On The Necessity Of Clergy In Government"" is a book written by Anson Ely Morse around 1799. The book discusses the importance of having clergy members involved in government and politics. It is written in the format of a dialogue between...

During the 1940s and 1950s, Islamic reformism flourished in Iran. This book examines how Iranian Islamic groups came to rethink traditional accounts of religion and nurture a politicized version of Islam. The author shows how similar social and political...

The purpose of this study is to focus on the intersection of religion and politics. Do different religions result in different politics? More specifically, are there significant contrasts between the political attitudes and behavior of Catholics and...

By the turn of the 1990s, Western democracy appeared destined to become the universal governmental norm. However, as we move into the new millennium there are growing signs that extremism is far from dead. In recent years, the extreme right has gathered...

This book is based on the premise that understanding fascism is crucial for defeating it. Rejecting centrist paradigms that see fascism as "extremism" or "accelerationism," Braune argues that fascism must be addressed in its specificity and uniqueness as...