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Steal This Book
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AHAbbie Hoffman

A countercultural guidebook for activists and revolutionaries, providing unconventional advice on how to challenge and subvert societal norms.

nonfiction | 352 pages | Published in 1971

nonfictionpoliticshistoryphilosophyactivismreferenceclassicsculturalhumorcounter culture
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  1. What is the main message or purpose of Abbie Hoffman's book 'Steal This Book'?
  2. How does Abbie Hoffman advocate for nonviolent protest and civil disobedience in 'Steal This Book'?
  3. Discuss the significance of the title 'Steal This Book' and its relation to the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
  4. Analyze the strategies and techniques proposed by Abbie Hoffman in 'Steal This Book' for individuals to survive and thrive outside the mainstream system.
  5. Examine the role of humor and satire in 'Steal This Book' and how it contributes to the overall message of the book.
  6. Discuss the impact of 'Steal This Book' on the counterculture movement and its influence on subsequent generations of activists.
  7. Compare and contrast Abbie Hoffman's ideas in 'Steal This Book' with other influential counterculture writings of the time.
  8. Analyze the ethical implications of the advice and actions suggested by Abbie Hoffman in 'Steal This Book'.
  9. Examine the role of DIY (do-it-yourself) culture in 'Steal This Book' and its significance within the counterculture movement.
  10. Discuss the relevance of 'Steal This Book' in today's society and its potential impact on contemporary activism.