Voltairine De Cleyre

Voltairine De Cleyre was a remarkable figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for her passionate advocacy of anarchism, feminism, and free thought. Born on November 17, 1866, in a small town in Michigan, she became a prominent voice in the anarchist movement, writing essays and delivering lectures that challenged the status quo. De Cleyre's eloquent words and fierce beliefs made her a key influencer of her time, and her commitment to social justice and individual liberty continues to resonate in contemporary discussions about freedom and equality.

Throughout her life, De Cleyre wrote extensively, exploring themes of personal autonomy, social reform, and the struggle against oppression. Her work invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human rights and the fight for a more just society. As you delve into her writings in this app, you'll discover a thinker whose ideas were ahead of her time and whose legacy still inspires many today. Whether you're a seasoned reader of anarchist literature or just starting to explore these themes, her thought-provoking essays and poems are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Selected Essays

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Voltairine De Cleyre



Voltairine de Cleyre (1866–1912) was, according to Emma Goldman, "the most gifted and brilliant anarchist woman America ever produced.&…

Selected Works: Letters, Sketches and Stories

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Voltairine De Cleyre



Voltairine de Cleyre was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems, letters, sketches, stories and spe…

Selected Works: Poems

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Voltairine De Cleyre



Voltairine de Cleyre (November 17, 1866 – June 20, 1912)was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems,…

Selected Works: Haymarket Speeches

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Voltairine De Cleyre



Voltairine de Cleyre (November 17, 1866 – June 20, 1912) was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems…

The Road Builders

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Voltairine De Cleyre



LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of The Road Builders, by Voltairine de Cleyre. This was the weekly poetry project for …