Peter Kropotkin (1842-1921) was a Russian prince and influential scientist who became one of anarchism's most famous thinkers. This is the most extensive selection of Kropotkin's writings published in English. Serving as an introduction to classic texts and a recasting of Kropotkin from saintly philosopher to dangerous revolutionary, it's for both beginners and historians. Of the 70 pieces, 39 are newly translated and/or appearing for the first time in book form. Includes contextualising introduction, biographical sketch, glossary, bibliography and index.