Description
Book SynopsisConstructive resistance occurs when people start to build the society they desire independently of and in opposition to the dominant structures already in place. Through case studies and illustrative examples from around the world, this book explores how people working for a more just, sustainable and peaceful future combine construction and resistance. The book provides students and practitioners of resistance with tools to detect, critically discuss and evaluate cases of constructive resistance. While some movements focus mainly on either construction or resistance, the authors argue that those who manage to creatively combine the two are likely to achieve more far-reaching goals and see their results become more durable.
Table of ContentsForeword
Introduction: What Is Constructive Resistance?
Chapter 1: The Constructive Elements Of Nonviolent Resistance Movements
Chapter 2: How to Analyse And Understand Constructive Resistance
Chapter 3: The Transition Movement: Strong Construction, Weak Resistance
Chapter 4: Innerdalen: Tactical Use of Construction In A Campaign
Chapter 5: Unarmed Revolutions: Strong Resistance, Weak Construction
Chapter 6: MST: Constructive Resistance for A New Society On Occupied Land
Chapter 7: The Zapatistas: Creating Communities Of Autonomy Through Territorial Rebellion
Chapter 8: Integrating Construction and Resistance To Dissolve Dominant Systems Of Power
