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More copies of this ISBN:This title in other formats:Ideas for Action: Relevant Theory for Radical Changeby Cynthia Kaufman
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:From the Enron scandal to global warming, from the war on terrorism to the war on drugs, a growing number of people are unhappy with the status quo. Yet those genuinely interested in reading about the issues find that few contemporary theorists are seriously committed to accessible, clear writing. Furthermore, the mainstream media rarely represents social movements, and the theories associated with them, without distortion or bias. Written in an engaging and accessible style, Ideas for Action gives activists the intellectual tools to turn discontent into a plan of action. Exploring a wide range of political traditions-including Marxism, anarchism, anti-imperialism, poststructualism, feminism, critical race theory, and environmentalism-Cynthia Kaufman acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of political movements and the ideologies inspired by or -generated through them.Kaufman incorporates elements of her own activist experiences, and offers a coherent analysis without pretending to offer "the final word" on complex issues. Instead, she encourages inquiry and further investigation, offering readers the information to orient a critical understanding of the social world and a glimpse of the excitement and rewards of serious intellectual engagement with political ideas. Ideas for Action examines the work of diverse thinkers such as Adam Smith, Paulo Freire, Stuart Hall, and Ronald Takaki. Kaufman's insights break the chains of cynicism and lay a foundation for more effective organizing. Cynthia Kaufmanlives in Oakland, CA, where she has been involved in the tenant's rights movement. She has a doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and teaches Philosophy and Women's Studies at De Anza College in Cupertino. Book News Annotation:Kaufman (philosophy and women's studies, De Anza College) summarizes
and explains some of the major theoretical threads running through
the radical left, frequently invoking her own experiences with the
Central American solidarity movement and an array of other causes.
Presenting chapters on capitalism and class, racism and gender
oppression, the role of the state in society and other questions of
societal organization, she is not loathe to present her own views on
matters, but concentrates primarily on distilling the many debates
that have raged on the left, in order to help activists and others
begin to think clearly about the issues.
Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Kaufman (philosophy and women's studies, De Anza College) summarizes and explains some of the major theoretical threads running through the radical left, frequently invoking her own experiences with the Central American solidarity movement and an array of other causes. Presenting chapters on capital Synopsis:Includes bibliographical references (p. [307]-318) and index.
Synopsis:Written in an engaging and accessible style, Ideas for Action gives activists the intellectual tools to turn discontent into a plan of action. Exploring a wide range of political traditions - including Marxism, anarchism, antiimperialism, poststructualism, feminism, critical race theory, and environmentalism - Cynthia Kaufman acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of political movements and the ideologies inspired by or generated through them. Kaufman encourages inquiry and further investigation, offering readers the information to orient a critical understanding of the social world and a glimpse of the excitement and rewards of serious intellectual engagement with political ideas. About the AuthorCynthia Kaufman teaches at De Anza College, a large, multi-racial community college in Cupertino, CA. She serves as Chair of the Department of Women's Studies, Facilitator of Multicultural Curriculum Development, member of the Philosophy Department, and advisor to Students for Justice. She was a member of the Socialist Review editorial collective for six years, has been an activist for social justice since 1980, and has previously taught at Evergreen State College in Olympia, What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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