{"title":"Cybele Locke","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the compelling works of \u003cem\u003eCybele Locke\u003c\/em\u003e, an influential voice in the realm of \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e. Renowned for her insightful and deeply engaging portrayals, Locke eloquently weaves narratives that offer readers a fresh perspective on social and political movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer notable work, \u003cem\u003eComrade\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the lives of activists and the profound impact of their contributions to society. With a keen eye for detail and an empathetic storytelling style, Cybele Locke invites readers to delve deeply into the personal and collective journeys of those who have dared to challenge the status quo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or new to exploring activist biographies, Locke's works provide a meaningful exploration into the lives and legacies of influential figures. Discover the thoughtful and evocative books by Cybele Locke today, and gain a greater understanding of the extraordinary individuals who shape our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"comrade-by-cybele-locke-9781988587899","title":"Comrade","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComrade\u003c\/em\u003e by Cybele Locke delves into the life of Bill Andersen, one of the most significant figures in New Zealand's trade union movement in the later twentieth century. This biography uncovers the intricate relationships between communism and working-class trade unionism during World War Two and the ensuing decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with Bill's experiences as a merchant seaman during World War Two, Locke utilises over forty oral interviews alongside Bill's unpublished autobiography. This approach provides a nuanced exploration of what it meant to be a working-class, communist trade unionist during those transformative years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a history centred on biography, \u003cem\u003eComrade\u003c\/em\u003e tells a riveting story of labour activism and social change. The post-war splintering of the world communist movement fractured New Zealand communists; in the 1970s, the Northern Drivers' Union emerged as a powerful social movement; and Maori land rights and sovereignty activism reframed radicalism through the last decades of the century. The impact of neo-liberalism on trade unions in the late 1980s and 1990s is starkly shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe histories of working people, organised labour, and left-wing movements are too little told in Aotearoa New Zealand. Writing with insight and empathy, Cybele Locke has provided a highly readable account of a communist union leader navigating the social and political turmoil of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853416747244,"sku":"9781988587899","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c010f3d6c7e775248a7a59bd148b561f.jpg?v=1759260485"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/cybele-locke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}