Blogmas Day 8
In a fractured world, sometimes what unites us most is shared concern – for justice, for our planet, for each other. The following titles from Luath Press offer powerful reflections on activism, environment, social justice and solidarity. The voices collected here remind us that books can inspire action, awareness and connection.
Wild Mountain Times takes the reader on adventures through Scotland’s hills with the Dundee NCR Hillwalking and Mountaineering Club. It mixes laughter, camaraderie and the raw beauty of nature, with nights under the stars, bothy stories and shared journeys. It does not shy away from the risks and losses that come with mountaineering, giving a heartfelt tribute to friendship, resilience and the love of the land.
As a celebration of community tied together by the outdoors, this book shows how shared experience in nature can connect people and foster solidarity.
This book by Angie Zelter chronicles decades spent campaigning for peace, nuclear disarmament, social justice and environmental protection. It covers nuclear weapons, climate change, corporate power and environmental destruction.
With personal stories from campaigns around the world and practical reflections on organising, resilience and action, it stands as a guide and inspiration for anyone seeking to make a difference.
Compiled by Neil Findlay, this collection brings together first-hand testimony from people who have stood on the frontlines of social justice campaigns. Their stories of struggle, solidarity and courage show how ordinary people shaped change.
From equal-pay strikes to union activism and community campaigns, the book is a tribute to collective action and hope, reminding us that real change often begins from the ground up.
In a candid and thought-provoking analysis, Gill Whitty-Collins explores why men continue to dominate the workplace despite women’s capabilities. She examines invisible bias, structural barriers and cultural norms that hinder equality and offers ideas and strategies to build more inclusive workplaces.
It is a vital read for anyone interested in gender equality, diversity and fairness, highlighting how workplace dynamics affect us all and why working together matters if we hope to shift those dynamics.
This title explores the history, identity and future of Ireland with an emphasis on unity and shared destiny. It offers context, insight and reflection, encouraging readers to engage with questions of community, belonging and political change.
For readers interested in politics, history and social change, it invites thoughtful consideration of how communities define themselves and look forward together.
