Practical and historical entries on escaping "controlled custody" and the techniques used by fugitives to remain hidden. Key Lessons for the Rebel
An examination of the "secret police," the use of informants, and the psychological techniques of state-sanctioned torture and punishment. Handbook for Rebels and Outlaws: Resisting Tyra...
Quoting Neo-Confucian maxims, the text asserts that to know something and not act on it is to not truly know it at all. A central theme is the refusal to accept "official" truths
A central theme is the refusal to accept "official" truths. One of Mirabello's most cited maxims is: "Never believe anything until it has been officially denied" . A Dictionary of Subversion Key topics include: The handbook advises keeping plans
The book is structured as an encyclopedia, cataloging historical facts, myths, and techniques associated with resistance. Key topics include:
The handbook advises keeping plans simple, trusting only what you control, and avoiding unnecessary risks.
Mirabello notes that successful protests are historically driven by the middle class, while the working class is often bogged down by more mundane survival concerns. Context and Critical Reception