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Below are groups and resources (books, articles, websites, etc.) related to this topic. Click on an item’s title to go its resource page with author, publisher, description/abstract and other details, a link to the full text if available, as well as links to related topics in the Subject Index. You can also browse the Title, Author, Subject, Chronological, Dewey, LoC, and Format indexes, or use the Search box. Results47 Connexions Library11 Connexions Directory of Groups & Websites 9 Sources Experts & Spokespersons 6 Sources Library 3 From the Connexions Archives Connexions LibraryAge of Extremes: The Short Twentieth Century 1914 - 1991  Hobsbawm, Eric Book 1994 A overview of the history of the years 1914 - 1991. The AT Reader: Theory and Practice in Appropriate Technology Carr, Marilyn Book 1985 An introduction to appropriate technology, both as an explanation of the concerpt and extensive examples and applications. Bookchin, Murray: Connexipedia Article Article American libertarian socialist-anarchist, political and social philosopher, environmentalist, conservationist, atheist, speaker, and writer. (1921-2006). Changing The Cogs: Activists and the Politics of Technology Martin, Brian Book 1979 What are the best ways to achieve beneficial change in society? Will widespread use of solar energy and other renewable energy sources bring about a good society? What technologies will be promoted by... The Closing Circle: Man, Technology & the Environment Commoner, Barry Book 1971 Commoner argues that economic life must be structured to conform to the principles of ecology, as opposed to the goal of unlimited growth that underpins capitalist economies. ... Connexions: Volume 6, Number 4 - November 1981 - Unorganized Workers/Travailleurs Non-Organises Serial Publication (Periodical) 1981 Connexions: Volume 8, Number 2 - Summer 1983 - Toward a New Economy Serial Publication (Periodical) 1983 Connexions: Volume 9, Number 2 - Summer 1984 - Rights and Liberties - A Digest of Resources & Groups for Social Serial Publication (Periodical) 1984 Connexions: Volume 10, Number 1 - Spring 1986 - The Arts and Social Change Serial Publication (Periodical) 1986 Connexions: Volume 11, Number 1 - Spring 1987 - A Digest of Resources and Groups for Social Change Serial Publication (Periodical) 1987 Connexions Digest: Volume 12, Number 1 - Fall 1988 - A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1988 Connexions Digest: Issue 50 - December 1989 - A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1989 Connexions Digest: Issue 51 - May 1990 - A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1990 Connexions Digest: Issue 53 - January 1991- A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1991 Connexions Digest: Issue 54 - February 1992- A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1992 Democracy's Oxygen: How Corporations Control the News Winter, James Book 1997 Winter shows that far from providing "democracy's oxygen," the news media legitimize a fundamentally undemocratic system. Instead of keeping the public informated, news organizations manufacture publi... The Design of Everyday Things Norman, Donald A. Book 1988 A book about the problems of design and how good design can overcome the frustrations of everyday things. The Domination of Nature Leiss, William Book Leiss relates environmental concerns back to the fundamental problem of man's domination of his fellow man. In doing so, he argues for a reconsideration of the relationship between humanity and nature... Ecology as Politics Gorz, Andre Book 1980 Socialism is no better than capitalism if it makes use of the same tools. The total domination of nature inevitably entails a domination of people by the techniques of domination. The Ecology of Freedom: The Emergence and Dissolution of Hierarchy Bookchin, Murray Book 1982 Bookchin's synthesis of ecology, anthropology and political theory traces conflicting legacies of hierarchy and freedom from the first emergence of human culture to today's globalized capitalism, cons... Illich, Ivan: Connexipedia Article Article Austrian philosopher, Roman Catholic priest and critic of the institutions of contemporary western culture. (1926-2002). In Praise of Idleness Russell, Bertrand Book 1932 More leisure, not work, will benefit civilization. Modern organization and technology makes a four hour work day possible for leisure to be distributed to everyone.
Brian Martin: publications Website Articles and research rleated to power, technology, and social change. The Nazis and Deconstruction: Jean-Pierre Faye's Demolition of Derrida Goldner, Loren Article 1993 A review of Jean-Pierre Faye's book 'La raison narrative', which traces the Nazi origins of deconstructionist and post-modernist concepts and terminology. Faye shows, for example, that the concept of ... Necessary and Unneccessary Utopias Panitch, Leo; Leys, Colin, eds. Book 2000 Reasserts the need for a bold and revolutionary imagination, one aimed at saner ways of living and organizaing society.
The No-Nonsense Guide to Global Media Steven, Peter Book 2004 Peter Steven aims to make readers realize the power and influence of dominant media but, at the same time, also understand that they are not "omnipotent" and that there are alternative forms available... Post Scarcity Anarchism Bookchin, Murray Book 1971 Modern radicals, says Bookchin, have ignored the real revolutionary possibilities of modern technology and the counterculture. Unless they start building a movement which looks to the future, they are... Questioning Technology: A Critical Anthology Zerzan, John; Carnes, Alice (ed.) Book 1988 A collection of essays laying out the case for thinking critically about technology. Red and Green: The New Politics of the Environment Weston, Joe (ed.) Book 1986 In order for green politics to work, we need to develop a total policy for the environment, a social policy which views capitalist industry as the destroyer of the world we live in. Sign Crimes/Road Kill: From Mediascape to Landscape Nelson, Joyce Book 1992 A collection of thirty short essays by Joyce Nelson, a writer specializing in the politics of the mass media. Small is Beautiful: A Study of Economics as if People Mattered Schumacher, E.F. Book 1973 Schumacher argues that mainstream economics is incompatible with the long-term ends of humanity. Socialist Register 1996: Volume 32: Are There Alternatives? Panitch, Leo (ed.) Serial Publication (Periodical) 1996 The Technological Transformation of the Third World: Strategies and Prospects Bhagavan, M.R. Book 1990 Dr. Bhagavan explores how Third World countries have tried to enforce an effective transfer of technology and technological know-how to their citizens. He argues a new strategy is required so that the... Technology, the Labor Process, and the Working Class: Monthly Review July-August 1976 Baxandall, Rosalyn; Ewen, Elizabeth Book 1976 The Ursula Franklin Reader: Pacifism as a Map Franklin, Ursula; Swenarchuk, Michelle Book 2006 A prominent Canadian peace activist discusses peace, technology, justice and women's issues in a collection of essays, speeches and unpublished musings. Utopian Essays and Practical Proposals Goodman, Paul Book 1951 Whatever the subject, Goodman asks: What blocks and limits human freedom, joy, and creativity? What tends to release, free, liberate? In criticizing society and life his purpose is to improve. Goodman... Working Class Experience: Rethinking the History of Canadian Labour, 1800-1991 Palmer, Bryan D. Book 1983 From nineteenth-century tavern life to late twentieth-century cinema, from rough canallers and the first stirrings of craft unionism to contemporary public-sector strikes, this books provides a sweepi... Working in Steel: The Early Years in Canada, 1883-1935 Heron, Craig Book 1988 Examines the huge steel plants that were built at the turn of the twentieth century in Sydney and New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, and Trenton, Hamilton, and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Emphasizes the importa... Connexions Directory of Groups & WebsitesBureau of Public Secrets Articles from a Situationist perspective.
Committee of Canadian Labour History Promotes the study of Canadian workers and their contribution to Canadian History. It publishes Labour/Le Travail and occasional books. Canadian Environmental Network The Canadian Environmental Network is a neutral conduit for communications between 1500+ environmental groups in Canada. Nine regional networks also provide more regionally based networking services. Center for Democracy and Technology Works to promote democratic values and constitutional liberties in the digital age. With expertise in law, technology, and policy, CDT seeks practical solutions to enhance free expression and privacy ... Connexions Information Sharing Services Connexions provides information and services for advocacy groups, voluntary and non-profit organizations, and individuals, who are working for social and economic justice, environmental responsibility... Corporate Watch Corporate Watch is a not-for-profit co-operative providing critical information on the social and environmental impacts of corporations and capitalism. Since 1996 our research, journalism, analysis an... Fifth Estate An anti-authoritarian magazine of ideas and action. Friends of the Earth A national voice for the environment, working with others to inspire the renewal of our communities and the earth, through research, education and advocacy. Marxists Internet Archive Large archive of the writings of Marx and Engels and of others in the Marxist tradition. Searchable.
Red Menace, The The online archive of the libertarian socialist newsletter The Red Menace. Articles on socialism, Marxism, anarchism, work, popular education, organizing, wages for housework, Leninism, bureaucracy, h... UNICEF Canada To raise funds to help ensure the survival, growth and long term development of the world's children. Sources Experts & SpokespersonsSources LibraryCapital on CD-Rom, Cat Optional - CD-Rom Review Finkel, Joel R. 1999 Karl Marx's Multimedia Capital, v.1. Cominsane Press, 1998. Distributed by Monthly Review Press, 1-800-670-9499. $20.
The City in History Its Origins, Its Transformations, and Its Prospects Mumford, Lewis 1961 Beginning with an interpretation of the origin and nature of the city, Mumford follows the city's development from Egypt and Mesopotamia through Greece, Rome, and the Middle Ages to the modern world. Nest Reminds Customers That Ownership Isn't What It Used to Be Walsh, Kit 2016 Nest Labs, a home automation company acquired by Google in 2014, will disable some of its customers' home automation control devices in May. This move is causing quite a stir among people who purchase... Nest's move to stop supporting Revolv smart hub leaves customers with costly 'brick' Internet of Things customers need to be aware what will and will not work without internet Chung, Emily 2016 Here's a major downside to the so-called Internet of Things -- companies can potentially disconnect your smart devices and leave them essentially useless at any time. Science & Technology Topic Index in Sources Directory of Experts Spokespersons, Experts, and Resources A subject guide to experts and spokespersons on topics related to science and technology in the Sources directory for the media. From the Connexions ArchivesMarxists Internet Archive Website Large archive of the writings of Marx and Engels and of others in the Marxist tradition. Searchable. The Red Menace A libertarian socialist newsletter Serial Publication (Periodical) 1975 Articles on topics such as socialism, Marxism, anarchism, work, popular education, organizing, wages for housework, Leninism, bureaucracy, hierarchy, jargon, prostitution, obscenity, science fiction, ... |
