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Direct Action and Liberal Democracy

April Carter author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:6th Oct '09

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This study focuses primarily on the nature of "direct action" in relation to contemporary movements, and considers the role of direct action methods in past campaigns for constitutional and social rights. Boycotts, sit-ins, obstructions, civil disobedience and other unconstitutional forms of protest are examined to see whether they necessarily lead to violence. The political conditions which encourage violence and the effects of various type of violent action are also discussed. The theoretical issues raised by direct action in a parliamentary system are also discussed.

‘Direct Action and Liberal Democracy is none the less thorough and perceptive for being very succinct.’ – The Times Literary Supplement

ISBN: 9780415555364

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 460g

180 pages