"This book stands out among works of the emerging new generation of anarchist theorists. Unlike much of the trendy "post-anarchism," it is firmly grounded in political philosophy and the history of anarchist thought. Jun shows that ideas often seen as bold new "post-modern" innovations—above all, the critique of representation--are in fact deeply rooted in the anarchist tradition. He debunks the equation of classical anarchist theory with the weakest aspects of modernism and shows anarchism to be a powerful radical tradition that goes beyond the limits of conventional liberalism and socialism. Jun presents strong evidence that anarchism is now becoming most the promising theoretical alternative within the dissident academy." John P. Clark, Gregory Curtin Distinguished Professor of Humane Studies and the Professions and Professor of Philosophy, Loyola University.

"Nathan Jun argues the concerns we identify as "post-modern" have already been theorized and integrated into anarchist thought, indeed, that anarchism's project has always been to escape the limitations of modernity through radical political action.  This is a provocative book, sure to spark debate." - Allan Antliff, Canada Research Chair, University of Victoria

"Feisty,opinionated and well-argued this is a both a powerful defense and explanation of the complexity and excitement of anarchist thought and practice.Jun offers a rich examination of how ideas have developed and in doing so provides a compelling history of oppositional thinking that frames those moments in time when another world seemed  possible." - Barry Pateman, Associate Editor, The Emma Goldman Papers, University of California at Berkeley.