A stirring personal account from a socialist pioneer, tracing a life shaped by struggle, ideas, and a evolving movement.
In this memoir, August Bebel recounts his early years, from humble beginnings to his rise as a key figure in the German workers’ movement. The narrative blends personal challenges with the broader battles of the time, including hard-won campaigns, imprisonment, and the fight against political repression during the era of anti-socialist laws. Readers get a vivid sense of the political climate, the stakes of elections, and the daily realities of organizing for change.
- Follow the path from apprenticeship to political leadership
- Experience the tensions of 19th-century electoral battles and party politics
- See how activism met imprisonment, trial, and resilience
- Understand the personal costs and commitments behind a social movement
Ideal for readers of political history, memoir, and 19th‑century Europe, who want a ground‑level portrait of how a life can be dedicated to a cause.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and times of a pivotal figure in the German Social Democratic movement of the late 19th century. Born into poverty and raised amidst the turbulent political landscape of a burgeoning industrial era, the author's journey from a young apprentice to a prominent political leader is both captivating and insightful. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a Germany grappling with issues of class conflict, economic disparity, and the quest for national unification. The author's early experiences as a travelling journeyman expose him to the harsh realities faced by the working class, igniting a passion for social justice that would shape his future endeavors. As he becomes increasingly involved in the labor movement, he grapples with the complexities of political ideologies, eventually aligning himself with the burgeoning Social Democratic party. Through vivid descriptions of political meetings, labor congresses, and clashes with authority, the book explores the challenges and triumphs of organizing a working-class movement in a society resistant to change. The author's unwavering commitment to his beliefs, even in the face of imprisonment and persecution, underscores the power of conviction and the potential for collective action to transform society. His reflections on the interplay between individual agency and historical forces offer a nuanced perspective on the dynamics of social change. Ultimately, this book provides a compelling testament to the enduring legacy of the German Social Democratic movement and its profound impact on the course of European history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331045649_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331045649
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