Two Cheers for Anarchism: Six Easy Pieces on Autonomy, Dignity and Meaningful Work and Play by James C. Scott

Two Cheers for Anarchism: Six Easy Pieces on Autonomy, Dignity and Meaningful Work and Play

James C. Scott

198 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

nonfiction philosophy politics informative slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers curious about challenging conventional hierarchies and exploring how everyday creativity and informal cooperation can reshape understanding of politics and society through accessible, real-world examples.

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James Scott taught us what's wrong with seeing like a state. Now, in his most accessible and personal book to date, the acclaimed social scientist makes the case for seeing like an anarchist. Inspired by the core anarchist faith in the possibiliti...

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