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Book Synopsis: The story of the recent uprisings that sought to change the world - and what comes next. From 2010 to 2020, more people participated in protests than at any other point in human history. Yet we are not living in more just and democratic societies as a result. IF WE BURN is a stirring work of history built around a single, vital question: How did so many mass protests lead to the opposite of what they asked for?
From the so-called Arab Spring to Gezi Park in Turkey, from Ukraine’s Euromaidan to student rebellions in Chile and Hong Kong, acclaimed journalist Vincent Bevins provides a blow-by-blow account of street movements and their consequences, recounted in gripping detail. He draws on four years of research and hundreds of interviews conducted around the world, as well as his own strange experiences in Brazil, where a progressive-led protest explosion led to an extreme-right government that torched the Amazon.
Careful investigation reveals that conventional wisdom on revolutionary change is gravely misguided. In this groundbreaking study of an extraordinary chain of events, protesters and major actors look back on successes and defeats, offering urgent lessons for the future.
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Are you curious about the recent mass protests that shook the world? Do you want to understand why these powerful movements seemingly resulted in the opposite of their intended goals? Look no further than "If We Burn: The Mass Protest Decade and the Missing Revolution". This captivating book by acclaimed journalist Vincent Bevins dives deep into the heart of the global protests from 2010 to 2020, recounting the gripping stories of events such as the Arab Spring, Gezi Park in Turkey, Ukraine's Euromaidan, and student rebellions in Chile and Hong Kong.
Bevins takes you on a thought-provoking journey, drawing on four years of meticulous research and hundreds of interviews. Through this compelling narrative, he unveils the startling truth that conventional wisdom on revolutionary change is fundamentally flawed. With careful investigation, he reveals the unexpected consequences and the reasons why so many mass protests failed to achieve their desired outcomes.
What sets "If We Burn" apart is its ability to provide a comprehensive analysis of both successes and defeats in these historic movements. By reflecting on past events, this groundbreaking study offers valuable and urgent lessons for the future. Whether you are a student of history or someone seeking to gain insight into the complexities of our world, this book is an absolute must-read.
Don't miss out on this thought-provoking and captivating exploration of the recent mass protests. Gain a deeper understanding of the forces at play and the lessons learned from these transformative events. Take the next step towards enlightening yourself with "If We Burn: The Mass Protest Decade and the Missing Revolution".
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