The Japanese Anarchist Movement

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A basic introduction to anarchism and syndicalism in Japan up to 1923. Produced by the Leeds Anarchist Group, but written by Philip Billingsley. Scanned by the Sparrows Nest Archive.

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Philip Billingsley

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