EP Thompson
E.P. Thompson was a prominent British historian and a key figure in the field of social history, best known for his influential work 'The Making of the English Working Class.' Thompson's scholarship focused on the experiences and agency of ordinary people in history, emphasizing the importance of class consciousness, social movements, and collective action. His writings have shaped the understanding of the working-class struggle in England, providing valuable insights into the moral economy and the historical roots of labor activism and socialist thought.
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EP Thompson's perspective invites us to view history from below, focusing on those often absent from the grand narratives of the state.
One Piece: Membaca Suara-suara Pinggiran
Indonesia· 2025-08-09
As pioneering social historian EP Thompson argued in The Making of the English Working Class, these customs reflected a moral economy grounded in reciprocity and collective rights.
From the maypole to the picket line – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-05-01
