Anarcho-Indigenism: Conversations on Land and Freedom

Anarcho-Indigenism is a dialogue between anarchism and indigenous politics that explores the commonalities between indigenous thought and traditions and anarchism,while acknowledging the scars of colonialism. It offers a vision of the world that combines anti-colonialism, feminism, ecology, anti-capitalism, and anti-statism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2023
Publisher: Pluto Press

Anarchism embraces the diversity of its principles, and the authors present a compelling argument for reimagining the anticolonial struggle. In the late 19th century, figures like Peter Kropotkin and Élisée Reclus, prominent anarchists, developed an interest in indigenous peoples, recognizing them as societies devoid of states and private property, embracing a form of communism. Thought leaders like David Graeber and John Holloway have carried forward this engagement, studying the practices and politics of indigenous communities.

Moreover, there has been a longstanding collaboration between anarchists and indigenous activists, particularly in advocating for land rights and environmental concerns, including recent high-profile anti-pipeline campaigns. Anarcho-Indigenism serves as a dialogue between anarchism and indigenous politics, featuring insightful interviews with indigenous contributors such as Véronique Hébert, Gord Hill, Freda Huson, J. Kēhaulani Kauanui, Clifton Ariwakehte Nicholas, and Toghestiy. These contributors delve into the commonalities between indigenous thought and traditions and anarchism, while acknowledging the enduring impact of colonialism within this anti-authoritarian movement. Ultimately, they offer a visionary world that blends anti-colonialism, feminism, ecology, anti-capitalism, and anti-statism.

Weight: 150g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780745349220