Redefine patriotism and politics with a fierce anti-patriot’s view.
This translated work assembles Gustave Hervé’s sharp polemics against the idea of “my country, right or wrong,” arguing for a broader, internationalist Socialism and the rights of the working class over national allegiance.
The text surveys how patriotism has shifted from a historic ally of the people to a modern tool of ruling classes. It frames socialism as a practical, anti-national movement and discusses topics from citizen armies to the dangers of imperialism, offering a clear, uncompromising critique of national loyalties in industrial society. It also traces Hervé’s life and intellectual development, showing how his experiences shaped his reforming, controversial stance.
- Foundations of Hervé’s anti-patriot doctrine and its political aims
- Analysis of how nationalism interacts with labor, war, and power
- Discussions of citizen armies as a potential reform within capitalism
- Insights into the historical context of early 20th-century socialist debates
Ideal for readers of political philosophy, labor history, and international socialism who want a provocative challenge to nationalist thinking and a different lens on patriotism and class struggle.