Dynamite: From Progress to Protest

This chapter explores the invention of dynamite by Alfred Nobel and its transformative effect on construction and infrastructure. It contrasts dynamite's initial purpose of aiding development with its subsequent use as a tool for anarchist terrorism in early 20th century America. Through the lens of key figures like Emma Goldman, the chapter examines the complex relationship between violent political expression, societal perceptions of anarchism, and the broader implications for governance and social order.