New Releases by Howard Zinn

A selection of Howard Zinn''s most popular and accessible essays on history and politics. In this lively collection of essays, now with a new afterword, Zinn discusses a wide range of historical and political topics, from the role of the Supreme Court in U.S. history to the nature of higher education today.

Howard Zinn''s unique take on this vital period in U.S. history, with a new introduction. The postwar boom in the U.S. brought about massive changes in U.S. society and culture. In this accessible volume, historian Howard Zinn offers a view from below on these vital years in American history. By critically examining U.S. militarism abroad and racism at home, he raises challenging questions about this often romanticized era.

Howard Zinn examines the politics of the South and his own experiences there. The South has long been surrounded in mystique. In this powerful volume, drawing on Zinn''s own experiences teaching in the South and working within the Southern civil rights movement, Zinn challenges the stereotypes surrounding the South, race relations, and how change happens in history. With a new introduction from the author.

Zinn''s cogent defense of civil disobedience, with a new introduction by the author.

Howard Zinn tells the story of one of the most important political groups in American history. SNCC: The New Abolitionists influenced a generation of activists struggling for civil rights and seeking to learn from the successes and failures of those who built the fantastically influential Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. It is considered an indispensable study of the organization, of the 1960s, and of the process of social change. Includes a new introduction by the author.

L''historien américain s''attache à présenter un point de vue différent de celui adopté par l''histoire officielle : il donne la parole à ses acteurs les plus modestes (Amérindiens, esclaves en fuite, jeunes ouvriers, GI''s du Vietnam). Fondée sur des témoignages oraux ou écrits (courriers, presse, documents administratifs et juridiques), cette étude offre une description vivante des événements.

A collection of essays on the theme of war from America''s most respected historian and author of ''A People''s History of the United States'' (HarperCollins). Topics covered include the Vietnam War, World War II, the recent wars against Iraq and in Kosovo, and the meaning of war generally in a world that has so far proven unable to overcome its primitive predilection for destroying its neighbour. ''Professor Zinn writes with an enthusiasm rarely encountered in the leaden prose of academic history.'' New York Times Book Review

Miners, musicians, and "counter girls" go on strike in this people''s history of work in the early 20th century by three acclaimed historians.

Don''t you ever wonder: why is it necessary to declare me dead again and again? The premise of this witty and insightful "play on history" is that Karl Marx has agitated with the authorities of the afterlife for a chance to clear his name. Through a bureaucratic error, though, Marx is sent to Soho in New York, rather than his old stomping ground in London, to make his case. Zinn introduces us to Marx''s wife, Jenny, his children, the anarchist Mikhail Bakunin, and a host of other characters. Marx in Soho is a brilliant introduction to Marx''s life, his analysis of society, and his passion for radical change. Zinn also shows how relevant Marx''s ideas are for today''s world. Historian and activist Howard Zinn is the author of the bestselling A People''s History of the United States and numerous other writings. He recently received the Eugene V. Debs and Lannan Foundation awards for his writing and political activism. He is also the author of Emma, a play about Emma Goldman, in the anthology Playbook (South End Press). Praise for Marx in Soho: "An imaginative critique of our society''s hypocrisies and injustices, and an entertaining, vivid portrait of Karl Marx as a voice of humanitarian justice - which is perhaps the best way to remember him."-Kirkus Reviews "A cleverly imagined call to reconsider socialist theory... Zinn''s point is well made; his passion for history melds with his political vigor to make this a memorable effort and a lucid primer for readers desiring a succinct, dramatized review of Marxism."-Publishers Weekly "Even in heaven it seems, Karl Marx is a troublemaker. But in the deft and loving hands of activist/author/historian Howard Zinn, the historical figure... is also a father, a husband and a futurist possessing a grand sense of humor."-ForeWord "A witty delight that will engage both new and old acquaintances of the Marxian corpus.... Even conservatives will find Zinn''s [book]... an intelligent and diverting read. Recommended for academic and public libraries alike."-Library Journal

Interviews focusing on the last century take a look at history from the standpoint of the ordinary people of the country.

Leading intellectuals discuss the effects of the Cold War on academic freedom, intellectual life, and dissent in the academy.

Writings on Disobedience and Democracy A huge compendium of the writings of the US''s most lauded radical historian whose ''A People''s History of the United States'' has gone into 25 printings and sold over 400,000 copies. What can I say that will in any way convey the love, respect, and admiration I feel for this unassuming hero who was my teacher and mentor, this radical historian and people-loving ''trouble maker'', this man who stood with us and suffered with us.'' - Alice Walker''

The acclaimed author of A People''s History of the United States presents an honest and piercing look at American political ideology.

Playbook contains seven political play scripts and notes on set design and lighting. Includes Howard Zinn''s play about Emma Goldman.

इतिहासकार, विचारक और विश्व-प्रसिद्ध युद्ध-विरोधी लेखक हॉवर्ड ज़िन्न के ये नाटक ऐतिहासिक भी हैं और वैचारिक भी। ज़िन्न अपने आपको कुछ समाजवादी, कुछ अराजकतावादी और कुछ-कुछ लोकतांत्रिक समाजवादी मानते थे। युद्ध के विरोध में उन्होंने व्यापक रूप में लिखा और चर्चित हुए। उन्हें जनता का इतिहास-लेखक कहा गया। उन्होंने अमरीका का इतिहास लोगों को केन्द्र में रखकर लिखा जिसे असंख्य लोगों ने पढ़ा। वे सिर्फ़ इतिहासकार ही नहीं, एक्टिविस्ट भी थे। उनके ये तीनों नाटक उनके वैचारिक पक्ष के साथ-साथ उनके सिद्ध नाटककार होने को भी रेखांकित करते हैं। ‘सोहो में मार्क्स’ एकपात्रीय नाटक है जिसमें मार्क्स स्वयं मंच पर आकर दर्शकों को सम्बोधित करते हैं। दुनिया-भर में अनेक बार खेला गया यह नाटक आज के दौर में माक्र्स और उनके सिद्धान्तों की प्रासंगिकता बताता है। इसमें हमें मार्क्स के निजी जीवन के कुछ दृश्य भी मिलते हैं और साथ ही उनके समकालीनों के साथ उनके सम्बन्धों के भी। ‘वीनस की बेटी’ राष्ट्र के नाम पर लड़े जानेवाले युद्धों और उनके लिए बनाए जानेवाले हथियारों के औचित्य पर सवाल उठाता है। परमाणु अस्त्रों पर काम करनेवाले एक वैज्ञानिक की पत्नी, बेटी और बेटे के आपसी रिश्तों और बहसों के माध्यम से ज़िन्न यहाँ युद्ध और शस्त्रों की व्यर्थता को एक साधारण, घरेलू नज़रिए से बेपर्दा करते हैं। ‘एमा’ अमरीका की अराजकतावादी चिन्तक, राजनीतिक कार्यकर्ता और लेखक एमा गोल्डमन के जीवन पर आधारित नाटक है जिसमें हॉवर्ड ज़िन्न ने उनके जीवन की मुख्य घटनाओं और उनके विचारों को प्रस्तुत किया है। एमा का जन्म रूस में हुआ था। बाद में उन्होंने अमरीका में जन-आन्दोलनों के साथ काम किया। स्त्री-मुक्ति और मज़दूर हितों पर उनके वक्तव्यों को हज़ारों लोग सुनने आते थे। नाटक में ऐसे कई लोमहर्षक दृश्य हैं जिनमें उस क्रान्तिकारी स्त्री की छवि साक्षात् दिखाई पड़ती है। विचारों को कहीं वक्तव्यों के माध्यम से, कहीं पात्रों की आपसी बहस के माध्यम से और कहीं स्थितियों की बुनावट के द्वारा स्पष्ट रूप में सामने लाना इन नाटकों की विशेषता है। लेकिन ऐसा नहीं कि इससे वे कहीं बोझिल या लोडेड हो गए हों। अपने वातावरण में वे इतने स्वाभाविक और गतिमान होते हैं कि उन्हें पढ़ना भी, खेलना भी और देखना भी अपने आप में एक समग्र अनुभव होगा।