Osterweil, Vicky
In Defense of Looting: A Riotous History of Uncivil Action
- ISBN 13:
- 9781645036692
- author:
- Osterweil, Vicky
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Bold Type Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 157mm X 25mm
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Civics & Citizenship,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Looting: A Radical History of Uncivil Action In this thought-provoking history, Vicky Osterweil argues that looting is often misunderstood as a violent and destructive act, but in reality it has been a powerful tool for dismantling capitalism and white supremacy. By examining the role of looting throughout history, from slave revolts to modern-day protests, Osterweil reveals how this act can be a direct means of wealth redistribution and a practical way to improve life for the working class. Osterweil's work challenges our assumptions about property and ownership, revealing that these concepts are rooted in anti-Black and settler oppression. By reframing radical activism and exploring new ways of redistributing wealth, Osterweil offers a compelling vision for a radically restructured society. This book is a history of violent protest sparking social change, and it invites readers to consider the potential power of looting as a means of challenging the status quo. With 279 pages and a hardcover binding, In Defense of Looting provides a comprehensive look at this complex topic.
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