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Peter Kropotkin Reference Archive


1898: Anarchism: Its Philosophy and ldeal

In this work Kropotkin presents a scentific exposition of Anarchism, relating the forces of anarchism and revolution as similar to those found throughout nature. He further explains Anarchism's place in history, other trends of working-class consciousness, why state socialism is wrong, and how Anarchism must be destructive while also construtive.

1901: Communism and Anarchy

In this work, Kropotkin addresses four misconceptions about Communism and it's relationship with Anarchy.
    [1] How Production and consumption in common can work.
    [2] Is it necessary to arrange Communism on the model of the present family?
    [3] Isolated communes vs. federated communist communes of the future.
    [4] Does Communism necessarily lessen individuality?

1919: The Russian Revolution and the Soviet Government

In this letter intended for workers of western Europe, Kropotkin explains his position on the nature of the Soviet government and how Anarchists should interact with it to prevent its destruction, both from without and within.