The Monkey Wrench Gang
The Monkey Wrench Gang by Edward Abbey, published by Penguin in 2004, is a notable work that explores themes of ecological sabotage and activism. This edition spans 421 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows a diverse group of characters who unite against a perceived conspiracy of Big Government and Big Business that threatens the natural landscape of the American West. Their mission is to challenge the destructive forces of development through both peaceful and radical means.
Readers will find a blend of action and humor as the characters navigate their commitment to environmental preservation. The story features a burnt-out veteran, a mad doctor, and a polygamist who come together in their fight against the encroachment of concrete and industry. Abbey’s writing captures the audacity and controversy of their endeavors, making this a significant piece within the realms of fiction and adventure. The Monkey Wrench Gang serves as a reflection on freedom and the lengths individuals will go to protect the environment.
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‘Revolutionary … An extravagant, finely written tale of ecological sabotage’ The New York Times
Audacious, controversial and hilarious, The Monkey Wrench Gang is Edward Abbey’s masterpiece – a big, boisterous and unforgettable novel about freedom and commitment that ignited the flames of environmental activism.
Throughout the vast American West, nature is being vicitimized by a Big Government / Big Business conspiracy of bridges, dams and concrete. But a motley gang of individuals has decided that enough is enough. A burnt-out veteran, a mad doctor and a polygamist join forces in a noble cause: to dismantle the machinery of progress through peaceful means – or otherwise.
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