Becoming a Movement: Radical Subjects in International Politics

Social movement scholars have become increasingly interested in the role of stories in contentious politics. Stories may facilitate the mobilization of activists and strengthen the resonance of their claims within public discourse and institutional politics. This book explores the role of narratives in building collective identity - a vital element in activists' continued commitment. Drawing on a rich pool of original data, the book analyses identity building across different national constellations of the Global Justice Movement in Europe.