Peter Kropotkin
Peter Kropotkin was a Russian anarchist, geographer, and philosopher, born on December 9, 1842, into the aristocracy of Russia. His early life was marked by a fascination with the natural world, leading him to study geology and geography. However, the injustices he observed in society ignited a passion for revolutionary ideas, steering him toward anarchism. Kropotkin's belief in mutual aid as a fundamental principle of evolution set him apart from other social theorists of his time, and he became a prominent figure in the anarchist movement, advocating for a society based on cooperation and voluntary association.
Throughout his life, Kropotkin wrote extensively, crafting works that explore themes of social justice, freedom, and the critique of authoritarian structures. His most notable works, such as "Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution" and "The Conquest of Bread," provide profound insights into his vision for a more equitable world. If you're curious about his unique perspective and the ideas that shaped his revolutionary ethos, delve into his writings available in this app. You'll find a thoughtful exploration of human society and nature that remains relevant today.
The Conquest of Bread (version 2)
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Peter Kropotkin
In this work, Kropotkin points out what he considers to be the defects of the economic systems of feudalism and capitalism, and how he belie…
The Conquest of Bread
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Peter Kropotkin
In this work, Kropotkin points out what he considers to be the fallacies of the economic systems of feudalism and capitalism, and how he bel…
Memoirs of a Revolutionist, Vol. 1
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Peter Kropotkin
Peter Kropotkin was a Russian anarcho-communist and scientist. This is his autobiography, and he writes not only about his own life, but als…
Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution
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Peter Kropotkin
Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution is a book by Peter Kropotkin on the subject of mutual aid, written while he was living in exile in England…
Memoirs of a Revolutionist, Vol. 2
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Peter Kropotkin
Peter Kropotkin was a Russian anarcho-communist and scientist. This is his autobiography, and he writes not only about his own life, but als…
Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 4, June 1906
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Max Baginski, Alexander Berkman, Emma Goldman, Sadakichi Hartmann, Peter Kropotkin and Friedrich Nietzsche
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