In 1960s Ireland, 19-year-old Will Daniels is out hunting rabbits when he comes upon a tinker poaching fish in the river. Thinking to have a bit of fun, Will calls out to the poacher. Things turn nasty when the tinker threatens Will with a knife. Will's reaction will change his life forever.
The book offers a critical Marxist analysis of the Trotskyist movement's actions during the 1934 Minneapolis strike, highlighting their missteps in organizing workers amidst the Great Depression. It examines the political and social dynamics at play, questioning the effectiveness of their strategies and decisions. By focusing on this pivotal event, the author aims to shed light on broader implications for labor movements and leftist politics during a tumultuous period in American history.