Gene Sharp How to Start a Revolution
Gene Sharp How to Start a Revolution by Ruaridh Arrow, published by Big Indy Limited on November 11, 2020, is a comprehensive exploration of the strategies and philosophies of nonviolent revolution. This 384-page book delves into the life and work of Gene Sharp, a prominent figure in the field of political science and international relations, known for his influential guidebook that has assisted countless individuals in their struggles against dictatorship.
Readers will find an in-depth examination of the tactics and hidden forces that have shaped modern revolutions, drawing from newly released files from Sharp’s archive. The narrative spans various global movements, including those in Burma, Iran, and the Arab Spring, highlighting the enduring impact of Sharp’s teachings on democracy and resistance. This edition presents a detailed account of the power of collective action and the philosophical underpinnings of political change.
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Gene Sharp is the world’s most celebrated expert in nonviolent revolution. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize four times, his guidebook for revolutionaries has been translated into more than 40 languages, slipped across borders and hidden from secret policemen all over the world. For decades, people who wanted to take down their dictatorship made a pilgrimage to Gene Sharp for help. With access to newly released files from Gene Sharp’s archive, How to Start a Revolution reveals the hidden forces behind the headlines – the strategies passed from the jungles of Burma, to the streets of Iran, the Arab Spring and the looming battle to defend democracy in the West. This is the story of the power of people to change their world, the modern revolution and the man behind it all.
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