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Hope in the dark : untold histories, wild possibilities

by Rebecca Solnit

This work explores the history of activism and political change, advocating for hope as a necessary commitment to action in an uncertain future. It examines past social victories to counter contemporary pessimism and provides a framework for navigating global challenges.

Accession 28471 ISBN 9781782119074 Publisher Canongate
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