From Dictatorship to Democracy: A Guide to Nonviolent Resistance by Gene Sharp (

Description: From Dictatorship to Democracy by Gene Sharp The how-to guide for the twenty-first century radical - by the man who inspired democracy movements across the world, most recently in the Arab Spring. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From Democracy to Dictatorship was a pamphlet, printed and distributed by Dr Gene Sharp and based on his study, over a period of forty years, on non-violent methods of demonstration. Now in its fourth edition, it was originally handed out by the Albert Einstein Peace Institution, and although never actively promoted, to date it has been translated into thirty-one languages. Now in its twenty-first year, it is being published for the first time in the English language. This astonishing book travelled as a photocopied pamphlet from Burma to Indonesia, Serbia and most recently Egypt, Tunisia and Syria, with dissent in China also reported. Once read youll find yourself urging others to read it and indeed want to gift it. It has been likened to Marxs The Communist Manifesto and Mao Tse Tungs Little Red Book in its historic importance and has played a pivotal role in the recent and ongoing uprisings of the Arab Spring. Notes This guide to beating dictatorships through non-violent methods of demonstration is 21 years old and was based on 40 years of research. It was recently used in Egypt, Tunisia and Syria during the Arab Spring. This 4th edition is the first to be published in English. Back Cover How to Topple a DictatorshipOriginally written as a guide to nonviolent struggle in 1993 From Dictatorship to Democracy was surreptitiously handed out among political dissidents the world over. It has subsequently been translated into over thirty languages.Likened to Karl Marxs Communist Manifesto and Mao Tse Tungs Little Red Book in its historic importance, how the book came about and its role in the Arab Spring is an extraordinary tale and this little pamphlet has become the definitive how-to guide for the nonviolent twenty-first century revolutionary.Part handbook, part cult ... a toolbox for the agitator Sunday Times Author Biography Gene Sharp holds degrees from universities across the world. He is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth. He was previously at Harvard Universitys Center for International Affairs. For his lifelong commitment to the defence of freedom, democracy, and the reduction of political violence he was awarded the Courage of Conscience award in 2008. He is a Nobel Peace Prize nominee. Review A book that must be read. It is scholarly, readable and highly relevant at a time when so many people are challenging the dictatorships under which they live. With his long historical understanding he offers really useful advice to people who are engaged on the same task today -- Tony BennSharps contribution to the struggle for non-violence protest in the Arab world has been immense. After many years of persistent effort he has been fully vindicated. -- Raja Shehadeh Promotional The how-to guide that inspired the Arab Spring Long Description The how-to guide for the twenty-first century radical - by the man who inspired democracy movements across the world, most recently in the Arab Spring. From Democracy to Dictatorship was a pamphlet, printed and distributed by Dr Gene Sharp and based on his study, over a period of forty years, on non-violent methods of demonstration. Now in its fourth edition, it was originally handed out by the Albert Einstein Peace Institution, and although never actively promoted, to date it has been translated into thirty-one languages. Now in its twenty-first year, it is being published for the first time in the English language. This astonishing book travelled as a photocopied pamphlet from Burma to Indonesia, Serbia and most recently Egypt, Tunisia and Syria, with dissent in China also reported. Once read youll find yourself urging others to read it and indeed want to gift it. It has been likened to Marxs The Communist Manifesto and Mao Tse Tungs Little Red Book in its historic importance and has played a pivotal role in the recent and ongoing uprisings of the Arab Spring. Review Text A book that must be read. It is scholarly, readable and highly relevant at a time when so many people are challenging the dictatorships under which they live. With his long historical understanding he offers really useful advice to people who are engaged on the same task today Promotional "Headline" The how-to guide that inspired the Arab Spring Details ISBN1846688396 Author Gene Sharp Year 2012 ISBN-10 1846688396 ISBN-13 9781846688393 Media Book Pages 160 Publisher Profile Books Ltd Imprint Serpents Tail Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 303.61 Short Title FROM DICTATORSHIP TO DEMOCRACY Language English Edition Main Translated from English UK Release Date 2012-01-12 AU Release Date 2012-01-12 Subtitle A Guide to Nonviolent Resistance Format Paperback Edition Description Main Publication Date 2012-01-12 Alternative 9781847657848 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education NZ Release Date 2012-02-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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