Socialism . . . Seriously: A Brief Guide to Surviving the 21st Century (Revised & Updated Edition)

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A sharp, funny, and engaging introduction to socialist ideas, movements, and solutions for a world in crisis.

Now with 50% more socialism!

is a warm and witty introduction to the radical traditions of protest and politics that stretch from Karl Marx through todays movements for democracy, equality, and a livable planet. In this thoroughly revised and expanded edition, Danny Katch uses humor and imagination to take an unflinching look at the rising threats posed by climate change, billionaire oligarchs, and the far rightand makes a compelling case that a socialist world is both necessary and possible.

deep.

is a unique and timely contribution to our movements for justice.

Reviews

Danny Katch has done the impossible: he makes socialism sexy. Socialism... Seriously is eye-opening, inspiring, and funny. Warning to all Democrats, Republicans, and libertarians: this book might turn you into a closet socialist.
Judah Friedlander, World Champion

The most hilarious book about socialism since Karl Marx and his brother Harpo wrote their joke book.
Hari Kondabolu

I've been waiting for someone to write this booka lighthearted, easy read that packs an intro course on socialism into a short volume. With jokes that made me laugh out loud, and a lot of heart. Socialism is for lovers. Indeed.
Sarah Jaffe, author of Work Won't Love You Back

The funniest, smartest, and most dangerous political writer youve never heard of is Danny Katch.
Dave Zirin, sports editor, The Nation

Danny Katch brings the socialist vision to life.
Bhaskar Sunkara, editor, Jacobin

Danny Katch has better comic bomb sights than Jon Stewart: his outrageous, passionate sarcasm always falls exactly on target. The Democratic Party, as we used to say in the day, is the killing joke.
Mike Davis, author, In Praise of Barbarians

If the Communist Manifesto and Americas Funniest Home Videos had a baby, it would be Danny Katchs new book. Its a hilarious and fun way to think about whats wrong with our world, how it could be different, and how we might get there. Keep an extra copy of Socialism Seriously in your bag and hand it to the next person who asks you what socialism is all about; as long as that person is not your boss seriously.
Brian Jones, educator and socialist activist

This book is a well written and funny introduction to revolutionary socialism. Katch is a US humourist and activist and his wit, sincerity and passion run right through the book. He avoids use of jargon, making the book accessible to those without any prior knowledge of leftist thought, while simultaneously making it an amusing and sometimes uplifting read for those who are already familiar with his basic argument.
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Author Bio

Danny Katch is a writer from Queens, New York and a regular contributor to Truthout, Jacobin, and The Indypendent. His previous books include Why Bad Governments Happen to Good People and Americas Got Democracy! The Making of the Worlds Longest Running Reality Show.