Created by vxnxnt
A list of leftist nonfiction books, in no particular order, which I have read and can personally recommend. From Socialism to Communism to Anarchism, whether historical or contemporary, if it's leftist it probably belongs here. And as I continue my literary journey, I will also naturally expand this list.
Any contribution to this list is welcome!
Manufacturing consent by Noam Chomsky, Edward S. Herman
5 stars
Manufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media is a 1988 book by Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky. …
Herman and Chomsky discuss the political economy of the mass media and put forth a propaganda system which they put into practice with an extensive look into multiple case studies.
5 stars
The world has finally awoken to the reality of climate breakdown and ecological collapse. Now we must face up to …
A history and critique of Capitalism with a call for Degrowth and Ecosocialism.
Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Y. Davis
5 stars
With her characteristic brilliance, grace and radical audacity, Angela Y. Davis has put the case for the latest abolition movement …
A relatively short but very informative and insightful book on Prison Abolition.
With this, Marx lays forth the basis for his idea of Communism while critiquing the socialist program of the german worker's party.
Socialism, utopian and scientific by Friedrich Engels
Socialism: Utopian and Scientific is a short book first published in 1880 by German-born socialist Friedrich Engels. The work was …
Engels summarizes with this text the history of modern Socialism and lays out the foundations of Marxism as well.
Anarchism and Other Essays by Emma Goldman
4 stars
The essays present Goldman's anarchist viewpoints on a variety of issues, including prisons, political violence, sexuality, religion, nationalism, and art …
An insightful collection of essays on various topics, including anarchism, society, and feminism.
