May Day: A Graphic History of Protest

Name: May Day: A Graphic History of Protest
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

Robin Folvik · Mark Leier · Sean Carleton

May 2012 · Between the Lines

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May Day: A Graphic History of Protest traces the development of International Workers’ Day, May 1st, against the ever-changing economic and political backdrop in Canada. Recognizing the importance of work and the historical struggles of workers to improve their lives, with a particular focus on the struggles of May 1st, the comic includes the reader as part of this history, and the story concludes that “We are all part of this historical struggle; it’s our history and our future.”

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Tommaso Ave

September 29, 2023

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About the author

Sam Bradd (illustrator) makes prints, posters, and illustrations for a variety of social justice causes. He likes cycling, growing food, and cooking big dinners.

Trevor Mckilligan (illustrator) has lived in Vancouver since 2001. He has been a participant in many grassroots projects in East Vancouver. His preferred weapon is black ink.

Robin Folvik (writer) holds a degree in Women’s Studies, has a love for learning, and is currently working on a number of projects focusing on the history of work and workers in British Columbia.

Mark Leier (writer) teaches labour and left history at Simon Fraser University. His latest book is Bakunin: The Creative Passion.

Sean Carleton is a historian, teacher, and union organizer committed to changing the world.

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