Focusing on the grassroots movement of Andalusian anarchism in Cádiz Province from 1868 to 1903, the study challenges conventional views that depict anarchism as irrational or spontaneous. Through extensive archival research, Temma Kaplan provides a nuanced analysis of the social and economic context surrounding the movement, offering a significant reinterpretation of anarchism's nature and its historical implications.
The book highlights the impactful role of women activists in the United States and South Africa, illustrating how their efforts are reshaping democracy globally. By combining personal testimonies with various sources, it reveals how women are revitalizing civil society through grassroots movements. These local organizations tackle essential human needs such as housing, environmental protection, and human rights, asserting that activism is thriving and essential for fostering a better world, countering the notion that such movements are declining.