Table of Contents

Editors' Preface.

Introduction by Keith McClelland.

1. Edward Thompson, Social History and Political Culture: Geoff Eley.

2. How Classes are Made: William H. Sewell, Jr.

3. The Tale of Samuel and Jemima: Catherine Hall.

4. Celebrating Thompson's Heroes: Renato Rosaldo.

5. Falling Through the Cracks: Ellen Meiksins Wood.

6. History, Marxism and Theory: Robbie Gray.

7. E. P. Thompson and the Significance of Literature: John Goode.

8. Socialist Humanism: Kate Soper.

9. From Total War to Democratic Peace: Martin Shaw.

10. E. P. Thompson, The British Marxist Historical Tradition: Harvey J. Kaye.

About the Author

Harvey J. Kaye is an American historian and sociologist. He is currently the Director of the Center for History and Social Change at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.

Reviews

'This book accords [Thompson] not only the recognition that is due, but the critical engagement that his work deserves.' Tribune