#16205
Mentioned in 7 episodes
Mutual Aid
Book • 2012
Peter Kropotkin's Mutual Aid explores the role of cooperation in evolution and society, challenging the prevailing notion of a solely competitive struggle for survival.
Kropotkin argues that mutual aid, or cooperation, is a fundamental aspect of life, evident across various species and human societies.
He uses numerous examples from natural history and human societies to illustrate how cooperation enhances survival and adaptation.
The book's central thesis is that cooperation is not merely a secondary phenomenon but a primary driving force in evolution and social development.
Kropotkin's work has had a lasting impact on anarchist thought and continues to inspire contemporary discussions on cooperation, social organization, and the potential for a more just and equitable society.
Kropotkin argues that mutual aid, or cooperation, is a fundamental aspect of life, evident across various species and human societies.
He uses numerous examples from natural history and human societies to illustrate how cooperation enhances survival and adaptation.
The book's central thesis is that cooperation is not merely a secondary phenomenon but a primary driving force in evolution and social development.
Kropotkin's work has had a lasting impact on anarchist thought and continues to inspire contemporary discussions on cooperation, social organization, and the potential for a more just and equitable society.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 7 episodes
Dean Spade’s book is a really important resource if you're focused on addressing community needs, according to Kelly Hayes .
19 snips
Awareness-Raising Protests Won’t Threaten the Richest, Most Well-Armed People on Earth
Mentioned by Ruth Kinna when discussing the concept of mutual aid and its contrast with mainstream political interpretations.
Essay #100: Ruth Kinna, ‘Mutual Aid: What It Is and What It Is Not’
Mentioned by Graham Culbertson and 
Roman Krznaric throughout the episode, discussing his influence on anarchism and social theory.
Roman Krznaric throughout the episode, discussing his influence on anarchism and social theory.
129. The Everyday Anarchy of Colin Ward -- Roman Krznaric
Mentioned by Ruth Kinna and discussed extensively as Kropotkin's major work on mutual aid and its implications for anarchist organization.
Peter Kropotkin
Mentioned by Jay when recommending books or articles on mutual aid.
Where Do We Go From Here? Featuring Kali Akuno
Mentioned as a source of anarchist ideas brought to China by revolutionary students.
A brief history of Anarchism
Mentioned by John Protevi in relation to the concept of mutual aid and cooperation in human societies.
Regimes of Violence with John Protevi
Mentioned by Sophie Scott-Brown in relation to his ideas on mutual aid and cooperation in human evolution.
Gifts and Gratitude
Mentioned as the author of "Mutual Aid", a book arguing that mutual aid is a greater factor in human evolution than competition.
Anarchy Works, Chapter 01, Human Nature
