The Bending Cross: A Biography of Eugene Victor Debs

"The Bending Cross: A Biography of Eugene Victor Debs" takes readers on a profound journey through the life of one of America's most impassioned labor leaders and socialists, Eugene Victor Debs. Historian Ray Ginger masterfully delineates Debs’ evolution from an orator and organizer to a prescient presidential candidate and a prisoner for his beliefs. This biography, first published in 2007, captures the essence of Debs' unyielding commitment to economic justice and his role as a pivotal figure in the American labor movement. The narrative is enriched with a new introduction by Mike Davis, adding contemporary relevance to Debs’ enduring legacy. Ideal for college students studying social justice, history, or political science, this book not only charts a historical path of significant movements but also invites readers to reflect on the implications of Debs’ life work in today’s context of economic disparities.