The book delves into the psychological and historical underpinnings of militant nonviolence as a strategy for social change. It explores the personal and collective identities that give rise to such movements, examining the life stories of key figures who have embodied this philosophy. Through a psychoanalytic lens, the work dissects the moral and emotional motivations that drive individuals to adopt nonviolent resistance despite the potential for personal harm, highlighting the powerful role of conviction and the quest for identity in shaping movements that aim to transform society through peaceful means.

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