The Struggle for the World: Liberation Movements for the 21st

The Struggle for the World: Liberation Movements for the 21st Century

What do Mexico's Zapatistas, the French National Front, Slow Food, rave subculture, and al-Qaeda all have in common? From right-wing to left-wing to no-wing, they all proudly proclaim their mission to defend their distinctive identities against modernity's homogenizing processes. This controversial book establishes fundamental similarities between anti-globalization "aurora" movements that aim to destroy the modern world and bring a radiant new dawn to humankind. While these groups often despise one another, they nonetheless share many fundamental characteristics, goals, and attitudes. Drawing on the original writings and actions of various anti-globalist groups, the authors reveal a common tendency toward charismatic leadership, good versus evil worldviews, the quest for authentic identity, concern with ritual, and unbending demands for total commitment. These movements, however they pursue world transformation and personal transcendence, are a prominent and continuing aspect of our present condition. This book is a strong reminder that, no matter what the cause, revolution is not a thing of the past and the fervent search for another world continues.

Country	USA
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: Stanford University Press
EAN	9780804759380
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	0804759383
Label	Stanford University Press
Manufacturer	Stanford University Press
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	279
PublicationDate	2010-03
Publisher	Stanford University Press
ReleaseDate	2010-03-09
Studio	Stanford University Press

The Struggle for the World: Liberation Movements for the 21st Century