The Civil Disobedience Handbook: A Brief History and Practical Advice for the Politically Disenchanted

by James Tracy

Non-violent civil disobedience is an American tradition, an essential element of a working democracy. From the Bill of Rights to contemporary direct action tactics utilized by the Ruckus Society, this handbook outlines a brief history of social protest. Helpful resources and handy information are included, as well as tips on everything from getting arrested to manipulating the media.

Genres: Politics, Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

James Tracy is the co-author (with Amy Sonnie) of "Hillbilly Nationalists: Urban Race Rebels and Black Power: Community Organizing in Radical Times," and Dispatches Against Displacement: Field Notes From San Francisco's Housing Wars.

Tracy has edited two activist handbooks, the Civil Disobedience Handbook and the Military Draft Handbook, both on Manic D Press. Works of Poetry include co-editing "Avanti Popolo: Italian-Americans Sail Beyond Columbus," and Sparks and Codes.

Reviews

[Matt]

Interesting, but for those just starting to have an interest in the activist life. Good overview and account of several types of civil disobedience, but nothing too deep.