{"title":"Lydia Hughes","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Lydia Hughes, a thought-provoking author renowned for her insightful explorations into Politics and Current Affairs. Her work, including the notable book \u003cem\u003eTroublemaking\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a riveting examination of contemporary societal issues, challenging conventional perspectives and prompting meaningful discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLydia Hughes crafts narratives that are not only informative but also accessible, making complex political discourses understandable for all readers. Her engaging style encourages readers to think critically about the world around them, making her books essential reads for anyone interested in staying informed and engaged with current events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned political enthusiast or new to the genre, Lydia Hughes' collection promises a rich exploration of today's most pressing topics. Dive into her works to gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of modern politics and the dynamic landscape of current affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"troublemaking-by-lydia-hughes-9781839767104","title":"Troublemaking","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere has been an explosion of organising among workers many assumed to be unorganisable, from delivery drivers in London to tech workers in Silicon Valley. The culmination of years of conversations on picket lines, in community centres, and in union offices, with workers in Britain, the US, India, Argentina, South Africa, Brazil, and across Europe, \u003cem\u003eTroublemaking\u003c\/em\u003e brings together lessons from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrecarious workers like waste collectors in Mumbai show that no worker is \"unorganisable\". Cleaner organising at LSE and St Mary's Hospital in London, and Sans-papier workers in France, indicate that demanding more at work can lead to big wins. Struggles like The Water Wars in Cochabamba, Bolivia, show how we can use our power beyond the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom these movements, Lydia Hughes and Jamie Woodcock draw a number of lessons about why organising at work is the first step in building another world. They put forward three principles for organising. First, the need for action. Struggles can change the world, but they also change people who go through them. Rather than using action as a last resort, we need action to build a movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecond, the need to build the rank-and-file of unions. Power comes from organising at work, not in trusting others to do it on our behalf. Third, democracy matters in organising. This is not only about winning, but also developing the confidence to build another kind of world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a \"how to\" guide, but a set of principles for the politics of organising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46851871015148,"sku":"9781839767104","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/570073482843.jpg?v=1759131215"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/lydia-hughes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}