The Government of No One

The Theory and Practice of Anarchism

Ruth Kinna

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English

Penguin
11 September 2020

Politics & government; Political science & theory; Comparative politics; Anarchism

Series: Pelican Books

A magisterial study of one of the most controversial political movements that shows how anarchism works

Often associated with chaos or disorder, anarchy defies definition and routinely gets a bad press. And yet from Occupy to Pussy Riot, Noam Chomsky to David Graeber, this philosophical and political movement is as relevant as ever. Contrary to popular perception, different strands of anarchism - from individualism to collectivism - do follow certain structures and a shared sense of purpose- a belief in freedom and working towards collective good without the interference of the state.

In this masterful, sympathetic account, political theorist Ruth Kinna traces the tumultuous history of anarchism, starting with thinkers and activists such as Peter Kropotkin and Emma Goldman and through key events like the Paris Commune and the Haymarket affair. Skilfully introducing us to the nuanced theories of a range of anarchist groups from around the world, The Government of No One reveals what makes a supposedly chaotic movement particularly adaptable and effective over centuries.

By: Ruth Kinna
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 181mm, Width: 111mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 249g
ISBN: 9780141984667
ISBN 10: 014198466X
Series: Pelican Books
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 11 September 2020
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ruth Kinna is a professor of Political Theory at Loughborough University, working in the Department of Politics, History and International Relations, where she specializes in political philosophy. She is the author of William Morris- The Art of Socialism and co-editor of the journal Anarchist Studies.

Reviews for The Government of No One: The Theory and Practice of Anarchism

A history of politics by other means * New Statesman * A sympathetic, impressively well-informed history of the movement ... packed with information about this rich history -- Terry Eagleton * Guardian * The Government of No One will undoubtedly become obligatory reading for those who wish to learn about anarchism -- Jorell Melendez-Badillo * Times Higher Education * Ruth Kinna's book will be the standard text on anarchism for the twenty-first century. Written with brio, quiet insight and clarity and taking us from the nineteenth century anarchist Proudhon to Occupy and Rojava, this offering will appeal to the novice student, the activist and the grizzled professor. Quite a feat -- Carl Levy