Revolt and revolution

Charles Reitz

Chapter 20 in Research Handbook on Critical Theory, 2026, pp 225-236 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: Theories of social and political change often contrast revolt and revolution in terms of short-term versus long-term societal impact. This is echoed in the contrast between reformist and revolutionary political goals. Marx, Lenin, and Marcuse utilised these key concepts in their discussions of successful tactics and strategies for labour within the international socialist movement. Frankfurt School critical theory developed the concepts in ways in which meanings interpenetrated. Herbert Marcuse came to think very deeply and critically about the transformative political insights these terms convey.

Keywords: Social Change; Political Change; Socialist Revolution; Marx; Lenin; Marcuse (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800373754
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