Max Nettlau

Historian and academic specializing in anarchism

Max Nettlau - Historian and academic specializing in anarchism
Born

April 30th, 1865
160 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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Contributed to the study of anarchist theory and history. Authored several works analyzing the development of anarchism and its key figures. His research spanned multiple languages and cultures, documenting the evolution of anarchist thought from its early roots to contemporary movements. Nettlau's scholarship provided a comprehensive view of the organizations and activities of anarchists across Europe and the United States.

Published 'A History of Anarchism'

Documented the lives of prominent anarchists

Contributed to the understanding of anarchist movements in Europe

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