Murray, Andrew
The Fall and Rise of the British Left
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788735131
- author:
- Murray, Andrew
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Verso Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 centimetres (0.37 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Social Classes,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Fall and Rise of the British Left by Andrew Murray This book explores the emergence of modern socialism in Britain, tracing its roots to the Thatcher era's attack on the post-war consensus. Despite the dominant narrative of defeat, a persistent resistance to neo-liberalism has driven the development of a new, thoroughly modern socialist movement. The story of this movement is one of power struggles within the Labour Party, as well as the contributions of trade unions, feminist groups, anti-fascist activists, and anti-war protestors. International influences have also played a significant role in shaping the potential for global progressive politics.
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