Mark Leier Books

Mark Leier is a Canadian historian specializing in working-class and left-wing history. Politically anarchist, his books delve into the rich history of labor radicalism, particularly in British Columbia. Leier explores themes of syndicalism, the institutionalization of labor movements, and the lives of radical figures. His writing brings the past to life, emphasizing rebellion, passion, and the complexities of social movements, often with a distinctive artistic approach.

Divide And Conquer Or Divide And Subdivide?

Bakunin
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The spellbinding story of both the man and the theory, Bakunin chronicles one of the most notorious radicals in history: Mikhail Bakunin, the founder of anarchism, here revealed as a practical moral philosophy rooted in a critique of wealth and power. Mark Leier corrects many of the popular misconceptions about Bakunin and his ideas, offering a fresh interpretation of his life and thoughts. Bakunin is an insightful read for all those who wish to better understand the fundamental basis of modern radical movements.
Divide And Conquer Or Divide And Subdivide?
32 pages
2 hours of reading
The battles between Michael Bakunin and Karl Marx in the First International (aka the International Working Men's Association, 1864-1876) began a pattern of polemics and rancor between anarchists and Marxists that still exists today. Outlining the profound similarities between Bakunin and Marx in their early lives and careers as activists, Mark Leier (Bakunin: The Creative Passion) suggests that the differences have often been exaggerated and have prevented activists from learning useful lessons about creating vibrant movements.

Bakunin

Divide And Conquer Or Divide And Subdivide?