Autonomism: Radical Movements and Democratic Futures

Dive into "Autonomism," a comprehensive guide exploring its evolution and impact in Political Science. This book examines autonomous Marxist thought, highlighting its significant influence on worker self-organization and resistance to conventional capitalist structures.

1-Autonomism-Understand the core principles of Autonomism, its historical context, and its break from traditional Marxism.

2-Antonio Negri-Explore Antonio Negri's challenge to established ideas of power and resistance in modern capitalism.

3-Michael Hardt-Delve into Michael Hardt's work, especially "Empire," and its redefinition of global governance.

4-Workerism-Examine Workerism’s roots within Autonomism, focusing on labor empowerment through direct action.

5-Empire (Hardt and Negri book)-Analyze the concept of Empire and its impact on understanding global capitalism and resistance.

6-Multitude-Understand the idea of multitude, a key concept in Autonomism challenging traditional class notions.

7-Potere Operaio-Survey Potere Operaio’s influence, known for its radical approach to worker autonomy.

8-John Holloway (sociologist)-Consider Holloway's theories on change and resistance, aligning with Autonomism’s prefigurative politics.

9-Autonomia Operaia-Explore Autonomia Operaia’s history, advocating worker autonomy and direct action in Italy.

10-Prefigurative politics-Examine prefigurative politics, promoting future societal ideals through present actions.

11-Infoshop-Discover Infoshops’ role in spreading radical ideas, reflecting Autonomism’s grassroots knowledge sharing.

12-Indiani Metropolitani-Investigate Indiani Metropolitani, focusing on marginalized urban communities and their resistance strategies.

13-Paolo Virno-Explore Paolo Virno’s theories on immaterial labor and work's evolving nature in post-industrial societies.

14-Marxist schools of thought-Survey Marxist schools and their intersections with Autonomism, highlighting key theoretical debates.

15-Raniero Panzieri-Analyze Raniero Panzieri’s contributions, particularly his theories on capitalist development and class roles.

16-Mario Tronti-Examine Mario Tronti’s ideas on capitalist restructuring and working-class autonomy in Autonomism.

17-Left communism-Discuss Left Communism's principles and its relationship with Autonomism, critiquing centralized authority.

18-Post-Marxism-Explore Post-Marxism’s influence on autonomy and resistance in Autonomism's theoretical developments.

19-Immaterial labor-Investigate immaterial labor in Autonomism, examining its implications for contemporary exploitation.

20-Quaderni Rossi-Trace the legacy of Quaderni Rossi, a key publication in Autonomist thought, analyzing class and capitalism.

21-Classe Operaia-Examine Classe Operaia’s transformation in Autonomism, exploring its relevance in modern social movements.

This book is essential for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike. Each provides focused insights, collectively offering a thorough understanding of Autonomism's enduring impact on political discourse and action.