In the summer of 2022, the little-known leader of a small union
became a ‘working-class hero’. Facing down media pundits who
thought they could walk all over him, he offered a robust critique
of the government and provided workers with an authentic voice. At
a time when the Labour Party was unable to articulate a credible
alternative to the Tories, Mick Lynch spoke for the working class.
Where did Lynch come from? How did he develop the skills and traits
that make him such an effective spokesperson and leader? This book,
the first biography of Lynch, explores his family and social
background and his rise to the top of the RMT union, which
culminated in election as General Secretary in 2021. Considering
his persona and politics, this book asks what quality singles out
Lynch as a working-class hero compared to other union leaders and,
more broadly, what leadership means for working people and for the
left. If we want better leaders at every level, the case of Mick
Lynch holds the key. -- .
General
| Imprint: |
Manchester University Press
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
December 2023 |
| First published: |
2024 |
| Authors: |
Gregor Gall
|
| Dimensions: |
216 x 138mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
296 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-5261-7309-6 |
| Categories: |
Books
Promotions
|
| LSN: |
1-5261-7309-3 |
| Barcode: |
9781526173096 |
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