'This selection of Debs' words will help introduce a new generation to an authentic American hero whose vision is as powerful today as in years past. - Today, when capitalism, the free market, and private enterprise are being hailed as triumphant in the world, it is a good time to remember Debs and to rekindle the idea of socialism.' - Howard Zinn

• New Introduction, Mark A. Lause; Preface, William A. Pelz; Introduction, Howard Zinn. Writings of EV Debs: The Martyred Apostles of Labor; Prison labour; How I became a Socialist; What's the Matter with Chicago?; The Negro in Class Struggle; The Negro and His Nemesis; The Socialist Party and the Working Class; An Ideal Labour Press; The Crimson Standard; Revolutionary Unionism; John Brown: History's Greatest Hero; Mother Jones; Thomas McGrady; Revolution; Letter from Debs on Immigration; Working class Politics; Danger Ahead; The Crisis in Mexico; Sound Socialist Tactics; Speech of Acceptance; A plea for solidarity;; The Gunman and the Miners; Knights of Columbus; The Prospect for Peace; Politicians and Priests; Ruling Class Robbers; The I.W.W. Bogey; The Canton, Ohio Speech; Address to the Jury; Statement to the court; The Day of the People; "Preacher Sherriff" hangs victim; Woman - Comrade equal; Sacco and Vanzetti; The Negro workers.

'This selection of Debs' words will help introduce a new generation to an authentic American hero whose vision is as powerful today as in years past. - Today, when capitalism, the free market, and private enterprise are being hailed as triumphant in the world, it is a good time to remember Debs and to rekindle the idea of socialism.' - Howard Zinn

• New Introduction, Mark A. Lause; Preface, William A. Pelz; Introduction, Howard Zinn. Writings of EV Debs: The Martyred Apostles of Labor; Prison labour; How I became a Socialist; What's the Matter with Chicago?; The Negro in Class Struggle; The Negro and His Nemesis; The Socialist Party and the Working Class; An Ideal Labour Press; The Crimson Standard; Revolutionary Unionism; John Brown: History's Greatest Hero; Mother Jones; Thomas McGrady; Revolution; Letter from Debs on Immigration; Working class Politics; Danger Ahead; The Crisis in Mexico; Sound Socialist Tactics; Speech of Acceptance; A plea for solidarity;; The Gunman and the Miners; Knights of Columbus; The Prospect for Peace; Politicians and Priests; Ruling Class Robbers; The I.W.W. Bogey; The Canton, Ohio Speech; Address to the Jury; Statement to the court; The Day of the People; "Preacher Sherriff" hangs victim; Woman - Comrade equal; Sacco and Vanzetti; The Negro workers.