Naive idealists or rational decision makers? Middle class recruits to Communism in 1930s Britain

Explore why young middle class people joined the predominantly working class Communist Party of Great Britain in the 1930s. Nicholas Deakin, Kevin Morgan and Lucy Gaster will discuss motivations, alternatives, the attitude of the party and the experience of individuals, including Lucy's parents, Jack Gaster and Maire Lynd. Based on the recently published book Radiant Illusion? Middle-class recruits to Communism in the 1930s, edited by Nicholas Deakin. Suitable for adults and young people Booking required via Eventbrite – http://middleclasscommunists.eventbrite.co.uk

Suitable for
14-15
18+
11-13
16-17

Admission
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Website
http://www.phm.org.uk/whatson/naive-idealists-or-rational-decision-makers/

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/nw000164?id=EVENT559305