{"title":"Shelton Stromquist","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Shelton Stromquist, a distinguished author and historian who delves into the intricacies of politics and current affairs. Known for his captivating analysis and insightful perspectives, Stromquist's writing sheds light on the historical movements that have shaped urban landscapes and societal dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the key titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eClaiming the City\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of urban social movements and their influence on city governance and development. Through meticulous research and engaging narratives, Stromquist unravels the complex interactions between grassroots movements and political power structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStromquist's publications are a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the forces that drive political and social change in urban settings. Whether you are a student, a history enthusiast, or someone keen on contemporary affairs, Shelton Stromquist's works offer a treasure trove of knowledge and thought-provoking insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the pivotal moments and influential figures chronicled in Stromquist's writings, and gain a deeper appreciation for the dynamic interplay between politics and the communities they serve.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"claiming-the-city-by-shelton-stromquist-9781839767777","title":"Claiming the City","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than a century, municipal socialism has fired the imaginations of workers fighting to make cities livable and democratic. At every turn, propertied elites challenged their right to govern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProminent US labour historian, Shelton Stromquist, offers the first global account of the origins of this new \u003cem\u003etrans-local\u003c\/em\u003e socialist politics. He explains how and why cities after 1890 became crucibles for municipal socialism. Drawing on the colourful stories of local activists and their social-democratic movements in cities as diverse as Broken Hill, Christchurch, Malmö, Bradford, Stuttgart, Vienna, and Hamilton, OH, the book shows how this new urban politics arose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLong governed by propertied elites, cities in the nineteenth century were transformed by mass migration and industrialisation that tore apart their physical and social fabric. Amidst massive strikes and faced with epidemic disease, fouled streets, unsafe water, decrepit housing, and with little economic security and few public amenities, urban workers invented a local politics that promised to democratise cities they might themselves govern and reclaim the wealth they created. This new politics challenged the class power of urban elites as well as the centralising tendencies of national social-democratic movements. Municipal socialist ideas have continued to inspire activists in their fight for the right of cities to govern themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eClaiming the City\u003c\/em\u003e unveils the enduring legacy of these movements and their continuing relevance in today's political landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848659161324,"sku":"9781839767777","price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/576803482843.jpg?v=1758997526"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/shelton-stromquist.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}