Howard Zinn bol historik, dramatik a sociálny aktivista, ktorého dielo sa zameriava na dejiny Spojených štátov z pohľadu utláčaných. Jeho písanie sa vyznačuje prenikavou kritikou moci a snahou odhaliť skryté príbehy tých, ktorí boli v oficiálnych dejinách prehliadaní. Zinn sa snažil čitateľom priblížiť komplexné sociálne a politické otázky prostredníctvom jasného a prístupného štýlu. Jeho práce sú svedectvom o dôležitosti neustáleho spochybňovania dominantných naratívov a aktívneho boja za spravodlivosť.
1. díl dějin USA z neobvyklé perspektivy od známého amerického historika – o objevení Ameriky očima indiánů, o Ústavě z hlediska otroků, o vzestupu industrialismu, jak jej zakoušely mladé ženy v Lowellových textilkách, o španělsko-americké válce, jak ji prožívali Kubánci, o Novém údělu, jak mu rozuměli černoši v Harlemu atd.
As a World War II combat soldier, Howard Zinn took part in the aerial bombing of Royan, France. Two decades later, he was invited to visit Hiroshima and meet survivors of the atomic attack. In this short and powerful book, Zinn offers his deep personal reflections and political analysis of these events, their consequences, and the profound influence they had in transforming him from an order-taking combat soldier to one of our greatest anti-authoritarian, antiwar historians. This book was finalized just prior to Zinn's passing in January 2010, and is published on the sixty-fifth anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima.
The collection features twenty-six writings by Howard Zinn, showcasing his reflections on various conflicts, including the wars in Iraq and Vietnam, as well as World War II and Kosovo. Zinn delves into the pervasive nature of war and its implications in a world plagued by violence. These pieces, originally published in notable magazines and his previous works, highlight his critical perspective on the human condition and the recurring cycle of destruction among nations.
Exploring America's challenging racial landscape, this collection features Howard Zinn's impactful writings and speeches, reflecting his commitment to civil rights and social justice. Drawing from his experiences at Spelman College, Zinn highlights the grassroots efforts behind racial equality, emphasizing the importance of collective action and civil disobedience. His essays cover pivotal moments in history, from the Abolitionists to the Selma march, advocating for unity across races as a pathway to a more compassionate society. Zinn's clear and passionate prose resonates with the belief in the power of the people to instigate change.
A classic since its original landmark publication in 1980, Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States is the first scholarly work to tell America’s story from the bottom up—from the point of view of, and in the words of, America’s women, factory workers, African Americans, Native Americans, working poor, and immigrant laborers. From Columbus to the Revolution to slavery and the Civil War—from World War II to the election of George W. Bush and the “War on Terror”—A People’s History of the United States is an important and necessary contribution to a complete and balanced understanding of American history.
If you’re both overcome and angered by the atrocities of our time, this will inspire a “new generation of activists and ordinary people who search for hope in the darkness” (Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor). Is change possible? Where will it come from? Can we actually make a difference? How do we remain hopeful? Howard Zinn—activist, historian, and author of A People’s History of the United States—was a participant in and chronicler of some of the landmark struggles for racial and economic justice in US history. In his memoir, You Can’t Be Neutral on a Moving Train, Zinn reflects on more than thirty years of fighting for social change, from his teenage years as a laborer in Brooklyn to teaching at Spelman College, where he emerged in the civil rights movement as a powerful voice for justice. A former bombardier in World War II, he later became an outspoken antiwar activist, spirited protestor, and champion of civil disobedience. Throughout his life, Zinn was unwavering in his belief that “small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” With a foreword from activist and scholar Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, this revised edition will inspire a new generation of readers to believe that change is possible.
The Political Theater of Howard Zinn: Emma, Marx in Soho, Daughter of Venus
Exploring the legacies of Karl Marx and Emma Goldman, Howard Zinn's collection of plays delves into political and social conscience in a unique way. This volume includes the previously unpublished play Daughter of Venus, alongside two other works, offering insights into the complexities of political theater. Zinn enhances the collection with a new introductory essay and prefaces for each play, providing a rich context for understanding the themes and historical significance of his dramatic exploration.
Challenging entrenched beliefs, this book delivers a powerful critique of American political narratives. It seeks to dismantle widely accepted myths, offering a fresh perspective that provokes thought and encourages readers to reconsider their understanding of political discourse in the United States. Through incisive analysis, it confronts conventional wisdom and invites a deeper examination of the nation's political landscape.
1492-Present
Chronicles United States history from a grassroots perspective and provides an analysis of important events from 1492 through the current war on terrorism.
A selection of Howard Zinn’s most popular and accessible essays on history and politics.