Prelude to Revolution: France in May 1968

May 1968 in France was a momentous period. Student protests and battle with police gave rise to working class struggles that nearly toppled the government. This account makes it come alive and draws the lessons.

"If Marx had been living in Paris during May 1968, he might have written this book." -The New Republic

"An important book which should be read and pondered."
-Paul. M. Sweezy

"A profound analysis of the May events in France." -Ralph Miliband

"An intimate and intricate account of the events in Paris by one who knew almost every cobblestone in the Latin Quarter." -Michael Foot

"His narrative...is lively and accurate, the background of student politics, labor union organization, and economic conditions carefully brushed in...[Singer] envisions a democratic, egalitarian, nonhierarchical form of socialism. " -The New York Times