In solidarity, under suspicion

The British far left from 1956

By: Daniel Frost (Editor), Evan Smith (Editor)

Write A Review

Hardcover | 18 November 2025

At a Glance

Hardcover
480 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
23.4 x 15.6 x 2.6

Hardcover

$252.99

or 4 interest-free payments of $63.25 with

Ships in 5 to 7 business days

In solidarity, under suspicion is the successor volume to Against the grain (2014) and Waiting for the revolution (2017), complementing analysis of the far left in Britain from 1956 until the present. In addition to new scholarship on hitherto under-researched groups and movements, the volume explores recent findings from the Undercover Policing Inquiry and provides historical context for developments in the British left during and after 'Corbynism'. Chapters consider the far left's relationship to the state as well as to the Labour Party, and highlights attempts by far-left groups and activists both to intervene internationally and to transform themselves. With a range of different perspectives activist and academic In solidarity, under suspicion draws out the distinct ways that different far left groups and movements have responded to problems which remain salient today.

Industry Reviews

'There's a great deal here of interest - about claimants' unions, trades councils, the early Women's Liberation Movement and the Anti-Nazi League. Today's activists shouldn't dismiss these contributions as historical, academic exercises. On the contrary, there is a lot here that could teach us how to help build contemporary social movements. Many of the currents who made a mess of united front activity fifty years ago are still leading campaigns today - and if they are unable to learn from their mistakes, others should at least try.'
Labour Hub

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $89.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.